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Nuns on the Run (1990): movie guide
Nuns on the Run (1990) is a Comedy, Crime running about 89 minutes. It holds a TMDB score of 5.9/10 from 167 votes. Notable cast includes Eric Idle, Robbie Coltrane, Camille Coduri, Janet Suzman. Cinema Box covers trailers, cast, and details for discovery — not full streaming.
- Released: 1990-03-16
- Runtime: 89 min
- TMDB: 5.9/10
- Genres: Comedy, Crime
Last updated: 2026-11-11 · First listed: 1990-03-16

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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. 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.
Cast highlights
Nuns on the Run features Eric Idle, Robbie Coltrane, Camille Coduri, Janet Suzman, Doris Hare, Lila Kaye. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.
Key facts
Release date: 1990-03-16. Runtime: 89 minutes. TMDB score: 5.9/10 (167 votes). Genres: Comedy, Crime. Original language: en. Status: Released.
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Frequently asked questions
- What genre is Nuns on the Run?
- Nuns on the Run is listed as Comedy, Crime on TMDB.
- How long is Nuns on the Run?
- Nuns on the Run runs about 89 minutes.
- Who stars in Nuns on the Run?
- Cast highlights include Eric Idle, Robbie Coltrane, Camille Coduri, Janet Suzman, Doris Hare, Lila Kaye.
- Does Cinema Box stream Nuns on the Run?
- No. Cinema Box is discovery-only — trailers, details, ratings, and watchlists. It does not host or stream full movies.
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