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Gal Gadot’s Prime Video Thriller 'The Runner' Debuts to Very Low Early Reviews

Early criticism suggests kinetic direction failed to mask weak writing for a major streaming release.

Overview

  • The Runner began streaming on Prime Video on September 2, 2026, and same-day reviews drove a Rotten Tomatoes critic score near 10% based on about 21 reviews.
  • Critics largely faulted the film’s script, pacing and lack of suspense, calling the plot execution flat even as several reviewers noted energetic camerawork.
  • Reviewers consistently praised Gal Gadot’s physical commitment and training for the role while describing the movie as tightly focused on her performance.
  • The cast and production details drawing attention include Damian Lewis as the mysterious Caller, Alfred Enoch in a supporting role, and a brief reported runtime of roughly 84 minutes.
  • The debut low score appears to be the weakest of Gadot’s Rotten Tomatoes ratings so far but it rests on a small early sample and highlights how initial critic aggregates can quickly shape a streaming film’s reputation.