RUNNER Trailer Unleashes Owen Wilson and Alan Ritchson in a High-Stakes Action Thriller
The first trailer for Runner has been released by Angel Studios, and it’s bringing some serious intensity with it. Directed by Scott Waugh, the film pairs Owen Wilson and Alan Ritchson in a gritty, fast-moving story that leans hard into action while keeping its emotional core front and center.
From the look of this trailer, this isn’t just another chase movie. It’s a pressure cooker with white-knuckle intensity and big stakes.
The story centers on a former soldier caught in a desperate situation when he’s tasked with delivering critical medical supplies. What should be a mission of urgency quickly turns into a full-blown nightmare.
A violent cartel sets its sights on him, turning the delivery into a relentless pursuit where every second matters. The tension ramps up as betrayal creeps in from all directions, leaving him with no one to trust and no time to waste as a child’s life hangs in the balance.
Ritchson looks right at home in this kind of role, bringing his physical presence to the action. Wilson, on the other hand, steps into more dramatic territory here, with a story that might surprise some viewers. The dynamic between the two already feels like it’s going to be a major draw.
The supporting cast rounds things out with Rodrigo Santoro, Leila George, Kate Box, Peta Sergeant, Geraldine Hakewill, Cecilia Toussaint, and Scarlett Crabtree.
Director Scott Waugh shared his excitement about the project, saying: “Partnering with Angel is a game-changer, because Runner is the kind of theatrical film audiences have been waiting for – big action, real heart, and a story that brings light into this world. When everything’s on the line to save a life, real men don’t run from the fire; they drive straight into it.”
This is a film about pushing forward when everything is working against you. It’s about risk, sacrifice, and doing whatever it takes when the clock is ticking down.
Runner hits theaters on September 11, 2026.