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The Runner Stumbles

6.719791h 39mMovieDrama

Dick Van Dyke stars as a priest accused of murdering a nun. Directed by Stanley Kramer, this 1979 drama also features Kathleen Quinlan, Maureen Stapleton, Ray Bolger, Beau Bridges and Tammy Grimes.

DirectorStanley Kramer
WriterMilan Stitt
ProducersStanley Kramer·Melvin Simon

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Not available in Canada
Streaming in 39 other countries

The Runner Stumbles isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in Algeria, Bahamas, Bahrain, Barbados and 35 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Stanley Kramer

DDDick Van Dyke
Dick Van Dyke
Father Brian Rivard
KQKathleen Quinlan
Kathleen Quinlan
Sister Rita
MSMaureen Stapleton
Maureen Stapleton
Mrs. Shandig
RBRay Bolger
Ray Bolger
Monsignor Nicholson
BBBeau Bridges
Beau Bridges
Toby Felker
TGTammy Grimes
Tammy Grimes
Erna Webber
ANAllen Nause
Allen Nause
Prosecutor
JPJohn Procaccino
John Procaccino
Amos
BJBilly Jayne
Billy Jayne
James
MM
Marguerite Morrissey
Sister Immaculata
ZLZoaunne LeRoy
Zoaunne LeRoy
Sister Martha
DR
Don Riley
Maurice Prindle

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The Runner Stumbles — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Runner Stumbles?

The Runner Stumbles isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in Barbados, Bahrain and Bermuda and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Runner Stumbles on Netflix?

No, The Runner Stumbles is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is The Runner Stumbles on Amazon Prime Video?

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