Black Cat Run (1998)
A relentless HBO action thriller where one man must outrun both the law and a gang of escaped convicts to save the woman he loves.
Black Cat Run - Movie Information
- Original Title: Black Cat Run
- Release Year: 1998
- Directed by: D.J. Caruso
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Action, Mystery, Thriller, TV Movie
- Age Rating (US): R
- Runtime: 1h 30m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): September 18, 1998 (Romania - 18+), September 18, 1998 (United States - R)
- Production Companies: Edge City LLC, Citadel Entertainment, HBO
- Production Countries: United States of America
Black Cat Run - Plot
A girl is in love with a gas station attendant and sees him against her father's wishes. The father is the sheriff and shortly after a confrontation with the boy friend, he is killed by escaped convicts and the daughter is kidnapped. Everyone, including the deputy, is convinced that the boy friend committed the murder and ran away with the girl. This sets up a chase of the convicts by the boy friend and of the boy friend by the police.
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Black Cat Run - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- D.J. Caruso
Main Cast
- Patrick Muldoon
- Peter Greene
- Amelia Heinle
- Russell Means
- Kevin J. O'Connor
- Michael Ralph
- Rex Linn
- Jake Busey
- John Doe
- Lois Chiles
Writers
- Frank Darabont
- Douglas Venturelli
Producers
- Robert Shriver
Black Cat Run - FAQs
What is Black Cat Run about?
Black Cat Run follows Johnny, a gas station attendant whose girlfriend is kidnapped by escaped convicts who also murder her sheriff father. With the police convinced Johnny is the killer, he must outrun the law while racing to rescue her before the convicts reach the Mexican border.
Who are the main actors in Black Cat Run?
The film stars Patrick Muldoon as Johnny Del Grissom and Amelia Heinle as his kidnapped girlfriend Sara Jane. Peter Greene plays the menacing lead convict D.J. Wheeler, with strong supporting turns from Russell Means, Kevin J. O'Connor, Jake Busey, Rex Linn, and Lois Chiles.
Who directed Black Cat Run?
Black Cat Run was directed by D.J. Caruso, who would later go on to direct bigger Hollywood productions like Disturbia (2007) and Eagle Eye (2008). This HBO thriller served as an early showcase of his ability to build tension and handle fast-paced action sequences.
Did Frank Darabont write Black Cat Run?
Yes — Frank Darabont co-wrote the screenplay alongside Douglas Venturelli. Darabont is best known for writing and directing The Shawshank Redemption and The Green Mile, making Black Cat Run a fascinating footnote in his career as a TV movie credit from the same era.
When was Black Cat Run released?
Black Cat Run premiered on September 18, 1998, as an HBO original TV movie. It was rated R and released in the United States, with the same date applying to its Romanian release as well.
Where can you watch Black Cat Run?
You can watch Black Cat Run by purchasing or renting it on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, or YouTube. It is not currently available on a subscription streaming service, but all three platforms offer affordable digital rental and purchase options.
What is the age rating for Black Cat Run?
Black Cat Run is rated R in the United States. The rating reflects the film's violent content, intense chase sequences, and mature themes involving escaped convicts, murder, and kidnapping. It is not suitable for younger audiences.
What movies are similar to Black Cat Run?
If you enjoyed Black Cat Run, you might like Collateral (2004), Arlington Road (1999), or Changing Lanes (2002) for their tense, cat-and-mouse thriller energy. For more recent picks, The Last Stop in Yuma County (2024) and Night of the Hunted (2023) offer a similar pulse-pounding vibe.
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