Runner (2026)
Runner is in cinemas in the UAE now. Its OTT release date hasn't been announced — this page updates the day it lands on streaming.
The verdict
Runner stands out as one of the better-rated English films around at the moment. It holds a 7.8/10 on TMDB from 23 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. It's a tight 97-minute watch — easy to fit into a busy night. It's in theatres in the UAE now — best caught on the big screen.
Truly divisive — for every critic who bought in, one checked out. — distilled from critics' published reviews
Should you spend 97 minutes on it?
97 minutes of English action, leaning comedy. The 7.8 rests on just 23 ratings so far — promising, not proven.
Don't watch this if…
- you want a safe bet — that rating is resting on 23 votes so far
- you want something everyone agrees on — critics genuinely don't, on this one
- Skip if
- you want a slower, character-led story
- Best for
- A weeknight
Story
A former soldier is thrown into a brutal race against time when a critical medical delivery makes him and his unlikely partner the targets of a ruthless cartel. As the mission spirals into a deadly manhunt, every detour, delay, and bullet pushes them closer to failure. With betrayal closing in from every side, they must survive the chase and deliver their cargo to save the life of a little girl.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 37m — short |
| Genre | Action / Comedy |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Theatre / big screen |
Director
Scott Waugh
Cast
When is Runner coming to OTT?
Not streaming yet — Runner is in its theatrical run in the UAE, released 2026-09-10. English releases typically reach streaming about 5–9 weeks after opening, which would put it somewhere around October 2026 and November 2026.
That's the usual pattern, not a confirmed date — no platform has announced one. We re-check every day and this page updates the moment it lands.
Where to watch in the UAE
Availability as of 2026-09-17 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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