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The Runner

7.219841h 34mMovieDrama

A young orphan named Amiro lives alone in an abandoned tanker in the Iranian port city of Abadan. He survives by shining shoes, selling water, and collecting deposit bottles. Although he sometimes finds himself at odds with both adults and…

DirectorAmir Naderi
WritersBehrouz Gharibpour·Amir Naderi
ProducerAli Reza Zarrin

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Criterion ChannelCriterion Channel
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Amir Naderi

MNMajid Niroumand
Majid Niroumand
Amiro
MT
Musa Torkizadeh
ANAbbas Nazeri
Abbas Nazeri
AG
Alireza Gholmzade
AP
Ali Pasdarzade
SB
Shirzad Bashkal

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The Runner — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Runner?

The Runner is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Runner on Netflix?

No, The Runner is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is The Runner on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Runner isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel instead.

Where can I watch The Runner for free?

The Runner is available on Criterion Channel in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.