Running on Empty (1988)
Running on Empty is a 1988 drama movie directed by Sidney Lumet, with a running time of 1h 56m. It stars Christine Lahti, River Phoenix and Judd Hirsch.
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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What is Running on Empty about?
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.
When was Running on Empty released?
Running on Empty was released on 9 September 1988.
How long is Running on Empty?
Running on Empty runs 1h 56m.
Who made Running on Empty?
Running on Empty was directed by Sidney Lumet.
Where can I watch Running on Empty?
Running on Empty is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch Running on Empty
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- Christine Lahti as Annie Pope
- River Phoenix as Danny Pope
- Judd Hirsch as Arthur Pope
- Jonas Abry as Harry Pope
- Martha Plimpton as Lorna Phillips
- Ed Crowley as Mr. Phillips
- L.M. Kit Carson as Gus Winant
- Steven Hill as Donald Patterson
- Augusta Dabney as Abigail Patterson
- David Margulies as Dr. Jonah Reiff
- Lynne Thigpen as Contact at Eldridge St.
- Marcia Jean Kurtz as School Clerk