The Runaway (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2000, The Runaway is a tv movie film directed by Arthur Allan Seidelman, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. At the birth of two boys, one white and one black, a mysterious and powerful Conjure Woman (Maya Angelou) prophesies that they will start the change. Growing up as best friends in rural Georgia in the 1940s, the boys make a discovery that leads the town's new sheriff, Frank Richards (Dean Cain), to reopen the investigation of the unsolved murders of three black men. While the town would prefer that the truth remain hidden, the sheriff pursues the case, determined to see justice prevail. The Runaway is a stirring story of how friendship, determination and conviction can generate racial change in one heart or an entire town.
Who’s in it. The Runaway stars Dean Cain as Sheriff Frank Richards, Debbi Morgan as Reba Monroe, Pat Hingle as Avery and Kathryn Erbe as Evelyn Carnes, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Runaway has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, YouTube TV, Hallmark+ Amazon Channel and Hallmark+ Apple TV Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Runaway page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Runaway tend to enjoy Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ, Sherlock: The Abominable Bride, Steven Universe: The Movie and Twin Peaks.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Runaway (2000)?
- In US, The Runaway is available to stream on Philo, YouTube TV and Hallmark+ Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Runaway worth watching?
- The Runaway holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Runaway?
- The Runaway stars Dean Cain, Debbi Morgan, Pat Hingle, Kathryn Erbe and Cliff DeYoung.
- When was The Runaway released?
- The Runaway was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.