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The Runner

4.920151h 30mRMovieDrama

In the aftermath of the BP oil spill, an idealistic but imperfect New Orleans politician (Nicolas Cage) finds his plans of restoration unraveling as his own life becomes contaminated with corruption, scandal and deceit.

DirectorAustin Stark
WriterAustin Stark
ProducersBingo Gubelmann·Chris Papavasiliou

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Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Prime Video with AdsPlexPlex
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Austin Stark

NCNicolas Cage
Nicolas Cage
Colin Pryce
SPSarah Paulson
Sarah Paulson
Kate Haber
CNConnie Nielsen
Connie Nielsen
Deborah Price
PFPeter Fonda
Peter Fonda
Rayne Pryce
BBBryan Batt
Bryan Batt
Mark Lavin
WPWendell Pierce
Wendell Pierce
Frank Legrand
FLFredric Lehne
Fredric Lehne
Senator Owens
CBChristopher Berry
Christopher Berry
Hal Provich
CPCiera Payton
Ciera Payton
Lucy Hall
JBJames Moses Black
James Moses Black
Dr. Haleman
DDDonna DuPlantier
Donna DuPlantier
Bernadette Richards
BHBrooke Hoover
Brooke Hoover
Maryellen Briggs

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The Runner — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Runner?

The Runner is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Plex in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and YouTube. 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 Amazon Prime Video and Plex.

Is The Runner on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Runner is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of September 2026.

Where can I watch The Runner for free?

The Runner is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex in Canada.