The Gunrunner
"He lives by one rule... shoot to kill."
Originally released in 1990. The Gunrunner is a crime/drama film. directed by Nardo Castillo.
Starring Kevin Costner, Sara Botsford, and Paul Soles
Synopsis
1926. The Chinese Civil War. Drifter Ted Beaubien is captured and forced to witness his girlfriend's execution. He finally escapes and vows to avenge her death by taking on a deadly mission to buy guns abroad and smuggle them back. Arriving in his hometown, Ted is shocked to find his elderly mother and younger brother George are penniless. But time is running out, and before he can help them, he's got to get the guns. In setting up the deal, Ted meets and falls for the seductive nightclub owner Maud Ryan who introduces him to the treacherous gangsters who will sell him the artillery. For a gun-runner, falling in love is like pointing a pistol at your heart - and pulling the trigger!
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 1, 1990
35 years ago
Runtime
1h 32m
92 minutes total
User Rating
3.7/10
Mixed (10 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- New World Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Gunrunner about?
1926. The Chinese Civil War. Drifter Ted Beaubien is captured and forced to witness his girlfriend's execution. He finally escapes and vows to avenge her death by taking on a deadly mission to buy ...
Who directed The Gunrunner?
The Gunrunner was directed by Nardo Castillo.
How long is The Gunrunner?
The Gunrunner has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).
When was The Gunrunner released?
The Gunrunner was released on June 1, 1990 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Gunrunner?
The main cast of The Gunrunner includes Kevin Costner, Sara Botsford, Paul Soles, Karen Racicot, Aline Van Dine.