Runaway
Directed by Michael Crichton5.948%33%5.6
In the near future, a police officer specializes in malfunctioning robots. When a robot turns out to have been programmed to kill, he begins to uncover a homicidal plot to create killer robots... and his son becomes a target.
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- Stian AndreassenApril 17, 2026Written and directed by Michael Crichton, it has a kind of 80s pastels soft cyberpunk feel, where Tom Selleck is the spiritual second cousing to Del Spooner and Rick Deckard. His job is chasing malfunctioning robots – so called "runaways". Gene Simmons is a super charismatic deranged villain, who carries a lot of the movie, and brings an almost noirish feel to the table. He’s the mad scientist who wreacks havoc and leaves tons of dead bodies in his wake. Delightful! Extremely 80s: wooden acting, synth score, and an 80s palette (IYKYK).
- RichardOctober 5, 2025First saw it on a movie channel and it felt like discovering a techno-thriller tucked between glossy promos and synth heavy bumpers. There was something special about catching Runaway on a dedicated movie channel. No commercials and most important no interruptions. Tom Selleck plays Jack Ramsay, a cop with a fear of heights and a knack for defusing robotic disasters. Cynthia Rhodes is his sharp partner and Kirstie Alley adds intrigue and tension. But it’s Gene Simmons who steals the show, his icy stare and villainous gadgets make him the perfect hightech menace. Later, owning it on DVD is a treat. But that first viewing on a movie channel? That’s the one that sticks.
- SoCalPete_July 25, 2025Runaway (1984), directed by Michael Crichton, is a thrilling sci-fi action flick that showcases Tom Selleck’s magnetic performance as Jack Ramsay, a determined cop hunting rogue robots in a futuristic world.. Futuristic as far as 1984 goes from their perception, of course. Selleck nails the role with his rugged charm and steely resolve, perfectly embodying a man wrestling with high-tech crime. Kirstie Alley, looking stunning, delivers a captivating turn as Jackie, a woman caught in the chaos, her chemistry with Selleck adding emotional depth. Cynthia Rhodes shines as Ramsay’s sharp and loyal partner, Karen, holding her own in the action-packed scenes. Gene Simmons, as the villainous Luther, is the film’s dark heart, oozing menacing charisma and stealing scenes with his chilling presence. The innovative smart bullets and creepy spider robots amplify the tension, making Runaway a visually inventive and engaging ride that still holds up for fans of retro sci-fi.
Runaway Trivia
Runaway was released on December 14, 1984.
Runaway was directed by Michael Crichton.
Runaway has a runtime of 1h 40m.
Runaway was produced by Michael I. Rachmil.
In the near future, a police officer specializes in malfunctioning robots. When a robot turns out to have been programmed to kill, he begins to uncover a homicidal plot to create killer robots... and his son becomes a target.
The key characters in Runaway are Jack R. Ramsay (Tom Selleck), Officer Karen Thompson (Cynthia Rhodes), Dr. Charles Luther (Gene Simmons).
Runaway is rated PG-13.
Runaway is a Science Fiction, Thriller, Crime film.
Runaway has an audience rating of 3.3 out of 10.
Runaway had a budget of $8M.
Runaway has made $6.8M at the box office.