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Running Scared

8.019721h 38mMovieDrama

When an undergraduate commits suicide, his best friend is sent down from university because he did nothing to prevent the death, which he felt was a choice his friend had a right to make.

DirectorDavid Hemmings
WritersDavid Hemmings·Clive Exton
ProducersStanley O'Toole·Gareth Wigan

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Cast · Directed by David Hemmings

RPRobert Powell
Robert Powell
Tom Betancourt
GHGayle Hunnicutt
Gayle Hunnicutt
Ellen Case
BMBarry Morse
Barry Morse
Mr. Case
SBStephanie Bidmead
Stephanie Bidmead
Mrs. Case
EUEdward Underdown
Edward Underdown
Mr. Betancourt
MAMaxine Audley
Maxine Audley
Mrs. Betancourt
GBGeorgia Brown
Georgia Brown
Sarah
BHBen Howard
Ben Howard
Charlie
PWPaul Williamson
Paul Williamson
John
JBJohn Bailey
John Bailey
Inspector
JFJohn Franklyn-Robbins
John Franklyn-Robbins
Dean
THTerrence Hardiman
Terrence Hardiman
Doctor

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Running Scared — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Running Scared?

Running Scared isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is Running Scared on Netflix?

No, Running Scared is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is Running Scared on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch Running Scared for free?

Running Scared isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Running Scared?

Running Scared hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around June 19, 1972. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.