One harmless phone call can set off a chain of sinister actions and bizarre twists, as seen in Bruce Willis’ Die Hard 3. A similar phone call also becomes a source of trouble in the upcoming psychological thriller The Runner, putting its protagonist, Maia, in a nightmare she never saw coming. What begins as an ordinary day quickly takes a terrifying turn, pushing her to her limits as she races across London. But how far can Maia push herself, and just how far is a mother willing to go for her child? Those questions are the focus of The Runner, which brings Oscar-winning filmmaker Kevin Macdonald back for director duties.

With just weeks left until the film’s release, here is everything to know about The Runner, including its star-studded cast, crew, plot, and release date.

Gal Gadot as Maia: Gal Gadot is an Israeli actress, model, and producer. She is best known for her role as Wonder Woman in the DC Extended Universe. 

Damian Lewis as The Caller: Damian Lewis is a famous actor and musician known for his performance in Pressure, Dreamcatcher, The Radleys, and more.  

Rory Wilmot as Noah: Rory Wilmot is well known for his roles in FBI: International and Unchosen. He will also play the role of Neville Longbottom in the Harry Potter series.

Alfred Enoch as Ted: Alfred Enoch is well known for playing the role of Dean Thomas in the Harry Potter films. 

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The star-studded cast will lead the mystery thriller film written by Mark Gibson.

The Runner follows Maia, played by Gal Gadot, who is an elite lawyer in London’s legal world and has a perfect life and career. However, her carefully controlled life is shattered when she receives a phone call informing her that her son has been kidnapped. That begins Maia's journey as she is given a series of instructions that she must follow without telling anyone, as she is forced to race through the streets of London, carrying out each command against a terrifying deadline.

And with her son’s life hanging in the balance, Maia must find a way out to save her child. However, when will this race end for Maia? With much at stake, The Runner appears to be a promising action thriller. But when can fans watch the movie?

The Runner is set to release on September 2, 2026, and will be available to stream on Amazon. The movie’s trailer is already out, and it shows a first glimpse of Gal Gadot’s Maia running through the streets of London. Her frantic race raises the stakes and tension around how this sinister chain of events will ultimately end, which is sure to keep viewers at the edge of their seats. 

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