Cast and Crew of Nowhere to Run

Nowhere to Run

"Nowhere to Run" is a quintessential action film characterized by intense physical confrontations, high stakes, and a lone hero battling against overwhelming odds. Typical elements include a protagonist with a troubled past, relentless antagonists, and suspenseful sequences filled with hand-to-hand combat and shootouts. What sets this film apart is the emotional depth woven into the storyline—beyond the adrenaline-pumping action, it centers on themes of justice and protection, as the escaped convict Sam Gillen (Jean-Claude Van Damme) fights not only for his own freedom but also to defend a vulnerable widow and her children from ruthless developers. This blend of personal redemption and the classic action narrative adds a compelling human element to the genre.

Main Cast of Nowhere to Run

Jean-Claude Van Damme as Sam Gillen

Jean-Claude Van Damme

Sam Gillen
Rosanna Arquette as Clydie Anderson

Rosanna Arquette

Clydie Anderson
Kieran Culkin as Mike 'Mookie' Anderson

Kieran Culkin

Mike 'Mookie' Anderson

Crew of Nowhere to Run

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