The Runaways
Seen it?2010 | 107 min | Drama, Music
Weeknight WatchWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With a box office loss, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. If you loved Rocketman or Tommy, start here.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 47 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
Joan Jett and Cherie Currie, two rebellious teenagers from Southern California, become the frontwomen for The Runaways -- the now-legendary group that paved the way for future generations of female rockers. Under the Svengali-like influence of impresario Kim Fowley, the band becomes a huge success.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsSolid
69% on Rotten Tomatoes, 65 on Metacritic
- AudiencesSolid
6.5 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$3 million worldwide on a $10 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 149K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Floria Sigismondi
- Kristen StewartJoan Jett
- Dakota FanningCherie Currie
- Michael ShannonKim Fowley
- Stella MaeveSandy West
- Scout Taylor-ComptonLita Ford
- Alia ShawkatRobin
- Riley KeoughMarie Currie
- Johnny LewisScottie
- Tatum O'NealMarie Harmon
- Brett CullenDonald Currie