The Night Runner (1957)

Are mental patients turned loose too soon?

The Night Runner (1957) poster

A mental patient with a violent past is released from the institution, against the advice of his doctors, and sent back to his old neighborhood. Was he released too soon?

Director: Abner Biberman
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Runtime: 79 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Heinz Roemheld, Frank Skinner, Herman Stein
Cinematography: George Robinson
Editing: Albrecht Joseph
Production: Universal International Pictures
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Themes

Confronting Anxiety and Fear, Twisted Psychological Thriller, Mental Health and Inner Struggle, The Traumatic Legacy of Mass Murder

Keywords

murder, mental patient, mental illness

Trailer

The Night Runner Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Night Runner about?
A mental patient with a violent past is released from the institution, against the advice of his doctors, and sent back to his old neighborhood. Was he released too soon?
Who directed The Night Runner?
The Night Runner was directed by Abner Biberman.
Who stars in The Night Runner?
The Night Runner stars Ray Danton, Colleen Miller, Merry Anders, Willis Bouchey, Harry Jackson, Robert Anderson.
How long is The Night Runner?
The Night Runner has a runtime of 1h 19m (79 minutes).
What genre is The Night Runner?
The Night Runner is a Drama, Thriller film.
Where was The Night Runner produced?
The Night Runner was produced in United States of America.
What are the themes of The Night Runner?
The themes of The Night Runner include: Confronting Anxiety and Fear, Twisted Psychological Thriller, Mental Health and Inner Struggle, The Traumatic Legacy of Mass Murder.