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Release and production details of the film Runner

Overview

The action-comedy film ‘Runner’, directed by Scott Waugh, was released in theaters on September 11, 2026. Set on Australia’s Gold Coast, the plot follows Hank Malone, a former US military man and US immigrant working as a delivery runner in Brisbane, and Ben Bishop, a courier. The duo attempts to transport a critical medical organ to save a terminally ill girl while evading a cartel led by Dámian Zaldívar.

Director Scott Waugh, known for stunt work on films such as ‘Speed’ and ‘The Expendables 4’, described the movie as a throwback to the action styles of the 1980s and 1990s. The film focuses on immersive, stunt-driven action and the character dynamics between the taciturn Malone, played by Alan Ritchson, and the more charming Bishop, played by Owen Wilson. Brazilian actor Rodrigo Santoro portrays the antagonist Dámian Zaldívar.

While initial critical reception was mixed with a Rotten Tomatoes score near 67-68%, recent reports from the United States indicate a more positive reception, with the rating rising to 77%. Reviewers have specifically highlighted the onscreen chemistry between Ritchson and Wilson.

Regarding distribution, the film is scheduled for release in Brazilian cinemas on October 8, with some markets slated for a theatrical premiere on October 23, 2026. Home entertainment formats, including DVD, Blu-ray, and 4K UHD limited editions, are expected around December 17, 2026, followed by digital purchase options on December 24.

Entities

Alan Ritchson · Owen Wilson · Scott Waugh · Runner · Rodrigo Santoro

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Runner action film starring Alan Ritchson and Owen Wilson

    The action thriller “Runner,” starring Alan Ritchson and Owen Wilson, is set for theatrical and home entertainment releases in late 2026, following positive US critical reception.

  2. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Rodrigo Santoro to play villain in action film ‘Runner’

    Rodrigo Santoro stars as a criminal leader in the upcoming action film ‘Runner’, alongside Alan Ritchson and Owen Wilson. The movie follows a race to transport a vital organ.

  3. [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Scott Waugh directs ‘Runner’ starring Alan Ritchson and Owen Wilson

    Director Scott Waugh’s ‘Runner’ stars Alan Ritchson and Owen Wilson in an 80s-style action comedy set on Australia’s Gold Coast involving a high-stakes organ delivery.

  4. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    New film releases include Runner and The Uprising

    New film releases include the action thriller Runner, starring Alan Ritchson and Owen Wilson, and the historical drama The Uprising, directed by Paul Greengrass about the 1381 English Peasants’ Revolt.

  5. [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Runner action film starring Alan Ritchson and Owen Wilson released

    Alan Ritchson and Owen Wilson's new action film Runner released on September 11, 2026, receiving mixed reviews. Meanwhile, Reacher Season 4 sees a record low audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.

Sources

atarde.com.br · audiovision.de · bitcoinethereumnews.com · butwhytho.net · cinema.everyeye.it · comicbasics.com · comingsoon.net · dziennik.pl · empireonline.com · justcelebrities.de · ouniversodatv.com · serial.everyeye.it · thegeek.games

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