As a movie fan, I chose this hand-picked running movies list for all runner and sprinter athletes. It surely motivates you!
There is a long list of “movies about running” on different on-demand movie streaming services. It’s a difficult task to pick out the best running movie. So I choose this movie list that keeps you motivated and entertained at the same time for your weekend binge-watching.
While listing these movies, I made one approach that all these movies sort out from top review sites like IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, and many other respective film review websites.
So grab your popcorn and drinks and enjoy your weekends while watching these great inspirational running movies!
#1 Chariots of Fire
IMDb Rating: 7.2/10
Release Date: October 9, 1981
Director: Hugh Hudson
Star Cast: Ben Cross, Ian Charleson, and Nicholas Farrell
Famous Quotes: “I believe God made me for a purpose, but he also made me fast. And when I run I feel His pleasure.”
Streaming Options: Google Play Movies & TV, Apple TV, Vudu, Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max
#2 Brittany Runs a Marathon
IMDb Rating: 6.8/10
Release Date: August 23, 2019
Director: Paul Downs Colaizzo
Star Cast: Jillian Bell, Jennifer Dundas, and Patch Darragh
Famous Quotes: “I’m not going to be your fat sidekick anymore.”
Streaming Options: Amazon Prime Video
#3 McFarland
IMDb Rating: 7.4/10
Release Date: February 9, 2015
Director: Niki Caro
Star Cast: Kevin Costner, Maria Bello, and Elsie Fisher
Famous Quotes: “The Only Difference Between Anger And Danger Is A “D”
Streaming Options: Hulu, Google Play Movies & TV, Apple TV, Vudu, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+
#4 The Running Man
IMDb Rating: 6.7/10
Release Date: November 13, 1987
Director: Paul Michael Glaser
Star Cast: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Yaphet Kotto, and Maria Conchita Alonso
Famous Quotes: “I hope you leave enough room for my fist, because I’m going to ram it into your stomach & break your god damn spine!”
Streaming Options: Google Play Movies & TV, Apple TV, Vudu, Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max
#5 Run Lola Run
IMDb Rating: 7.7/10
Release Date: June 18, 1999
Director: Tom Tykwer
Star Cast: Franka Potente, Moritz Bleibtreu, and Nina Petri
Streaming Options: Apple TV, Vudu, Amazon Prime Video
#6 Prefontaine
IMDb Rating: 6.8/10
Release Date: January 24, 1997
Director: Steve James
Star Cast: Jared Leto, Ed O’Neill, and Lindsay Crouse
Famous Quotes: “All my life people have said to me, “You’re too small, Pre. You’re not fast enough, Pre. Give up your foolish dreams, Steve!” They forgot something: I have to win. No fallback here, no great stride, no long legs–nothing!”
Streaming Options: Google Play Movies & TV, Apple TV, Vudu, Amazon Prime Video
#7 1 Mile to You
IMDb Rating: 6.3/10
Release Date: 2017
Director: Leif Tilden
Star Cast: Tim Roth, Graham Rogers, and Stefanie Scott
Streaming Options: Pluto TV, Google Play Movies & TV, Apple TV, Vudu, Amazon Prime Video, Crackle
#8 I Am Bolt
IMDb Rating: 7.1/10
Release Date: November 28, 2016
Director: Benjamin Turner, Gabe Turner
Star Cast: Usain Bolt, Serena Williams, Glen Mills, and Nugent Walker Jr.
Famous Quotes: “You have to set yourself goals so you can push yourself harder. Desire is the key to success.”
Streaming Options: Google Play Movies & TV, Apple TV, Vudu, Amazon Prime Video
#9 Running Brave
IMDb Rating: 6.7/10
Release Date: November 4, 1983
Director: Donald Shebib
Star Cast: Robby Benson, Pat Hingle, and Jeff McCracken
Famous Quotes: “Well young man, when you run for me, you will run my way and that doesn’t include easing up at the end. I think you have talent. I think you might be a fine runner, but you’d have to pay the price.”
Streaming Options: JustWatch, Amazon
#10 Saint Ralph
IMDb Rating: 7.4/10
Release Date: September 11, 2004
Director: Michael McGowan
Star Cast: Adam Butcher, Campbell Scott, and Jennifer Tilly
Famous Quotes: “Producing a miracle is possible?”
Streaming Options: Pluto TV, Google Play Movies & TV, Apple TV, Vudu, Amazon Prime Video, Tubi TV
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