Review of Running Scared (1986) by Steve S — 01 Dec 2009

Smart-ass comments, lots of action, Billy Crystal....did I mention Billy Crystal? Good Movie.

This review of Running Scared (1986) was written by Steve S on 01 Dec 2009.

Running Scared has generally received mixed reviews.

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