
Running on Empty
They chose their lives. Now their son must choose his.
The Popes are a family who haven't been able to use their real identity for years. In the late sixties, the parents set a weapons lab afire in an effort to hinder the government's Vietnam war campaign. Ever since then, the Popes have been on the run with the authorities never far behind. Their survival is threatened when their eldest son falls in love with a girl, and announces his wish to live his life on his own terms.
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Cast

Christine Lahti
Annie Pope

River Phoenix
Danny Pope

Judd Hirsch
Arthur Pope
Jonas Abry
Harry Pope

Martha Plimpton
Lorna Phillips
Ed Crowley
Mr. Phillips

L.M. Kit Carson
Gus Winant

Steven Hill
Donald Patterson

Augusta Dabney
Abigail Patterson

David Margulies
Dr. Jonah Reiff

Lynne Thigpen
Contact at Eldridge St.

Marcia Jean Kurtz
School Clerk

Sloane Shelton
Mrs. Phillips

Justine Johnston
Librarian

Herb Lovelle
Hospital Clerk
Frequently Asked Questions
▸What is Running on Empty (1988) about?
Running on Empty is a 1988 drama, romance, crime film with a runtime of 1h 56m. Directed by Sidney Lumet. Find cast, ratings, and streaming options on LiveStreamTV.pk.
▸Where can I watch Running on Empty?
Running on Empty may be available on streaming platforms like Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime, or others. Check the "Where to Watch" section on this page for current availability in your region.
▸Who directed Running on Empty?
Running on Empty was directed by Sidney Lumet.












