Runaway Train (1985) movie poster

Runaway Train (1985)

"Desperate, And Determined To Survive."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 76%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 75% (RT: 83%, MC: 67) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
1h 51m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.0/10 (632 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
83%
Metacritic
67
Cast
Jon Voight as Oscar 'Manny' Manheim
Eric Roberts as Buck
Kyle T. Heffner as Frank Barstow
John P. Ryan as Ranken
T.K. Carter as Dave Prince
Kenneth McMillan as Eddie MacDonald
Most people think so. 76% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 632 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 75%.
Overview
A hardened convict and a younger prisoner escape from a brutal prison in the middle of winter only to find themselves on an out-of-control train with a female railway worker while being pursued by the vengeful head of security. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Jon Voight spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • Andrei Konchalovsky cited several classic action films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • During production of Runaway Train, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

Runaway Train is a 1985 action, thriller, drama film directed by Andrei Konchalovsky. A hardened convict and a younger prisoner escape from a brutal prison in the middle of winter only to find themselves on an out-of-control train with a female railway worker while being pursued by the vengeful head of security. The film has been rated by 632 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a action film, Runaway Train delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Runaway Train (1985) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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