Runner action film starring Alan Ritchson and Owen Wilson released

The action thriller Runner, starring Alan Ritchson and Owen Wilson, was released in theaters on September 11, 2026. Directed by Scott Waugh, the film follows a former soldier and his partner as they attempt to transport a critical medical organ through hostile territory while evading mercenaries.

Critical reception for the film has been mixed. On Rotten Tomatoes, the movie holds a critical approval score of approximately 67-68%. While some reviewers praised the stunt sequences and the comedic chemistry between Ritchson and Wilson, others found the plot predictable or the blend of genres uneasy.

Separately, the fourth season of the Prime Video series Reacher, based on Lee Child’s novels, has seen a decline in audience sentiment. While critics maintain a high approval rating of 94 percent, the audience score on Rotten Tomatoes has dropped to 70 percent, marking the lowest audience rating in the show’s history.