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Nuns on the Run (1990)

"From now on, it's every nun for himself!"

5.9 β˜…19901h 29mEN
ComedyCrime

Directed by Jonathan Lynn

Rating

5.9/10

Runtime

1h 29m

Language

EN

Release

March 16, 1990

Director

Jonathan Lynn

Official Trailer

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Overview

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...

Cast

Eric Idle

Eric Idle

Brian Hope

Robbie Coltrane

Robbie Coltrane

Charlie McManus

Camille Coduri

Camille Coduri

Faith

Janet Suzman

Janet Suzman

Sister Superior

Doris Hare

Doris Hare

Sister Mary of the Sacred Heart

Lila Kaye

Lila Kaye

Sister Mary of the Annunciation

Robert Patterson

Robert Patterson

'Case' Casey

Tom Hickey

Tom Hickey

Father Seamus

Winston Dennis

Winston Dennis

Morley

Ozzie Yue

Ozzie Yue

Ernie Wong

Robert Morgan

Robert Morgan

Abbott

Colin Campbell

Colin Campbell

Norm

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Nuns on the Run (1990), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

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.

πŸ›‘ Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Nuns on the Run. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

πŸ† Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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