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The Runaways is a 2010 American biographical drama film about the 1970s rock band of the same name written and directed by Floria Sigismondi. It is based on the book Neon Angel: A Memoir of a Runaway by the band's lead vocalist Cherie Currie. The film stars Dakota Fanning as Currie, Kristen Stewart as rhythm guitarist and vocalist Joan Jett, and Michael Shannon as record producer Kim Fowley. The Runaways depicts the formation of the band in 1975 and focuses on the relationship between Currie and Jett until Currie's departure from the band. The film grossed around $4.6 million worldwide and received generally favorable reviews from critics.

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2010 · 1h 47m · Drama · Music

TMDB 6.5/10 (858 votes)

Joan Jett and Cherie Currie, two rebellious teenagers from Southern California, become the frontwomen for The Runaways -- the now-legendary group that paved the way for future generations of female rockers. Under the Svengali-like influence of impresario Kim Fowley, the band becomes a huge success.

Directed by Floria Sigismondi

Box office $3M worldwide

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Floria SigismondiDirector

Kristen Stewartas Joan Jett

Dakota Fanningas Cherie Currie

Michael Shannonas Kim Fowley

Stella Maeveas Sandy West

Scout Taylor-Comptonas Lita Ford

Alia Shawkatas Robin

Riley Keoughas Marie Currie

Johnny Lewisas Scottie

Tatum O'Nealas Marie Harmon

Brett Cullenas Donald Currie

Hannah Marksas Tammy

Jill Andreas Aunt Evie

Ray Porteras Band Member KKiaya Snowas Cashier

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The Runaways is a 2010 American biographical drama film about the 1970s rock band of the same name written and directed by Floria Sigismondi. It is based on the book Neon Angel: A Memoir of a Runaway by the band's lead vocalist Cherie Currie. The film stars Dakota Fanning as Currie, Kristen Stewart as rhythm guitarist and vocalist Joan Jett, and Michael Shannon as record producer Kim Fowley. The Runaways depicts the formation of the band in 1975 and focuses on the relationship between Currie and Jett until Currie's departure from the band. The film grossed around $4.6 million worldwide and received generally favorable reviews from critics.

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2010 · 1h 47m · Drama · Music

TMDB 6.5/10 (858 votes)

Joan Jett and Cherie Currie, two rebellious teenagers from Southern California, become the frontwomen for The Runaways -- the now-legendary group that paved the way for future generations of female rockers. Under the Svengali-like influence of impresario Kim Fowley, the band becomes a huge success.

Directed by Floria Sigismondi

Box office $3M worldwide

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