Nuns on the Run
"From now on, it's every nun for himself!"
Originally released in 1990. Nuns on the Run is a comedy/crime film. directed by Jonathan Lynn. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Eric Idle, Robbie Coltrane, and Camille Coduri
Synopsis
Set up by their boss to be knocked off following a final heist, soon-to-retire crooks Brian Hope and Charlie McManus get wind of their impending demise and run off with the spoils of their crime. Fleeing their boss, the drug dealers they robbed, the police, and Brian's angry girlfriend, the duo take refuge in a training convent for nuns. In disguise, they convince Sister Superior that they're nuns, a charade they're forced to maintain as their enemies arrive.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 16, 1990
35 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (155 votes)
Box Office
$11M
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Eric Idle
as Brian Hope
Robbie Coltrane
as Charlie McManus
Camille Coduri
as Faith
Janet Suzman
as Sister Superior
Doris Hare
as Sister Mary of the Sacred Heart
Lila Kaye
as Sister Mary of the Annunciation
Robert Patterson
as 'Case' Casey
Tom Hickey
as Father Seamus
Winston Dennis
as Morley
Ozzie Yue
as Ernie Wong
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $10,959,015
Production Companies
- Handmade Films
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nuns on the Run about?
Set up by their boss to be knocked off following a final heist, soon-to-retire crooks Brian Hope and Charlie McManus get wind of their impending demise and run off with the spoils of their crime. F...
Who directed Nuns on the Run?
Nuns on the Run was directed by Jonathan Lynn.
How long is Nuns on the Run?
Nuns on the Run has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was Nuns on the Run released?
Nuns on the Run was released on March 16, 1990 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Nuns on the Run?
The main cast of Nuns on the Run includes Eric Idle, Robbie Coltrane, Camille Coduri, Janet Suzman, Doris Hare.
Is Nuns on the Run worth watching?
Nuns on the Run has a user rating of 5.8/10 based on 155 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.