Midnight Runners (2017)
Kernel Score: 86% · 243 ratings
Genres: Comedy, Action, Crime
Released: 2017-08-09
Runtime: 109 minutes
Where to watch Midnight Runners
- Stream: Philo, Kocowa
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Hoopla, Fandor, Rakuten Viki, AsianCrush
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Two apathetic police academy recruits who become best buddies through the tough training together witness a woman being abducted right before their very eyes. As they were taught in the academy, they quickly report the incident to the police, but the police are in no hurry to jump on the case. So the duo decide to take the matter into their own hands and rescue the woman.
Midnight Runners parents' guide: ages 14+
Parents need to know that Midnight Runners is an action-comedy about two police academy recruits investigating a woman's abduction.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Includes an abduction plot and action-driven confrontations as the recruits take matters into their own hands.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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- Park Seo-jun as Ki-joon
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Midnight Runners FAQ
Is Midnight Runners good?
Midnight Runners has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 243 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Midnight Runners?
In the US you can stream Midnight Runners on Philo and Kocowa and watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fandor, Rakuten Viki and AsianCrush.
Is Midnight Runners OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 14+. Parents need to know that Midnight Runners is an action-comedy about two police academy recruits investigating a woman's abduction.
What movies are like Midnight Runners?
If you liked Midnight Runners, try The Outlaws (The Roundup), The Gangster, the Cop, the Devil, Officer Black Belt and The Killer.