Multiple Films Titled Runner Appear on IMDb With Divergent Ratings and Genres

Three separate films titled Runner are currently listed on IMDb, each with distinct ratings, genres, and release histories. The most recent is a 2025 action thriller with a 5.3 rating, while a 2024 drama holds a 5.2 and a documentary about a South Sudanese Olympian carries an 8.0.

The 2025 action thriller Runner was released on March 10, 2025, in the United States. It is directed and written by Robert Dean III and produced by Two36 Films.

The film stars Veronica Baldwin as Sofia, Jacoby Monday as Jonathan, and Rayvon McKay as Stephen. The plot follows a woman whose online date leads to her being strapped to a car with a bomb and forced to run dangerous errands for a mysterious voice on a walkie-talkie.

IMDb lists Runner with a user rating of 5.3 out of 10 based on nine reviews. One user review praised the direction and cinematography, calling it a great crime thriller.

2024 Drama

A separate film titled Runner was released on January 4, 2024. This drama runs 76 minutes and is directed by Marian Mathias.

The story centers on Haas, an 18-year-old girl raised by her father in the rural Midwest. After her father suddenly dies, she must carry out his wish to be buried in the town where he was born. There she meets Will, a lonely, creative soul supporting his family back home.

The film holds a 5.2 rating on IMDb. It was produced by Killjoy Films and Easy Riders Films, with Marian Mathias also serving as writer.

Documentary

A documentary titled Runner has earned an 8.0 rating on IMDb. It follows Guor Maker, a refugee marathoner who set out to become South Sudan’s first Olympian.

Maker ran from captivity in war-torn Sudan at age eight and eventually found safety in the United States. He began running again in high school and attempted to qualify for the Olympics to honor those he left behind.

The documentary features intimate interviews and animated flashbacks of Maker’s upbringing. It culminates in a reunion with his parents after a 20-year separation.

The film was originally produced by Filmhub, Inc. in 2019 and is currently available for streaming. It has been featured on PBS and at various film festivals.

Current Status

As of September 2026, the 2025 action thriller Runner remains available on IMDb with a 5.3 rating. The 2024 drama continues to screen at festivals and holds a 5.2 rating. The documentary Runner maintains an 8.0 rating and is streaming on Prime Video.