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Running on Empty (1988)

They chose their lives. Now their son must choose his.

  • Sep 9, 1988
  • 1h 56m
  • PG-13

7.4/10

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380 votes on TMDB

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About This Movie

Running on Empty is a 1988 drama and crime film directed by Sidney Lumet. Its leading cast includes Christine Lahti, River Phoenix and Judd Hirsch. It runs for 1 hour 56 minutes.

Synopsis

The Popes are a family who haven't been able to use their real identity for years. In the late sixties, the parents set a weapons lab afire in an effort to hinder the government's Vietnam war campaign. Ever since then, the Popes have been on the run with the authorities never far behind. Their survival is threatened when their eldest son falls in love with a girl, and announces his wish to live his life on his own terms.

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Before You Pick

Time needed
1 hour 56 minutes
Age rating (US)
PG-13
Language
English
Audience signal
7.4/10 from 380 TMDB votes

Trailer

Running on Empty (1988) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p] · plays from YouTube

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Cast

  • Christine Lahti Annie Pope
  • River Phoenix Danny Pope
  • Judd Hirsch Arthur Pope
  • Jonas Abry Harry Pope
  • Martha Plimpton Lorna Phillips
  • Ed Crowley Mr. Phillips
  • L.M. Kit Carson Gus Winant
  • Steven Hill Donald Patterson
  • Augusta Dabney Abigail Patterson
  • David Margulies Dr. Jonah Reiff
  • Lynne Thigpen Contact at Eldridge St.
  • Marcia Jean Kurtz School Clerk
  • Sloane Shelton Mrs. Phillips
  • Justine Johnston Librarian
  • Herb Lovelle Hospital Clerk
  • Bobo Lewis Home Ec Teacher
  • Ronnie Gilbert Mrs. Taylor
  • Leila Danette Maid

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