Midnight Run

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Midnight Run

R

1988

2h 2m

Comedy

Action

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When Eddie Moscone (Joe Pantoliano) hires tight-lipped bounty hunter Jack Walsh (Robert De Niro) to locate a mob accountant named "The Duke" (Charles Grodin) and bring him to L.A., Eddie tells Jack that the job will be simple, or a "midnight run." But when Jack finds The Duke, the FBI and the mob are anxious to get their hands on him. In a cross-country chase, Jack must evade the authorities, hide from the mob and prevent The Duke's erratic personality from driving him mad.

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Critics Consensus

Enlivened by the antagonistic chemistry between Robert De Niro and Charles Grodin, Midnight Run is an uncommonly entertaining odd couple comedy.

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Martin Chilton

Daily Telegraph (UK)

Jun 27, 2015

5/5

The interplay between the two leads is pure gold.

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Michael Wilmington

Los Angeles Times

Jul 30, 2013

Who said movies always have to be original? This one is redeemed by execution and brilliant talent: De Niro, Grodin, director Martin Brest, composer Danny Elfman, most of the cast and technicians.

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Richard Schickel

TIME Magazine

Jul 30, 2013

A performance like De Niro's, in a well-made entertainment like Midnight Run, is cheap at any price. And capable of restoring the audience's faith in the form.

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Eddie Harrison

film-authority.com

Mar 18, 2026

4/5

a very enjoyable film...action, salty dialogue and gritty characterisations...

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David Elliott

Copley News Service

Dec 13, 2025

"Midnight Run" doesn't open new doors, but it opens old ones to find fresh amusements.

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Josh Larsen

LarsenOnFilm

Sep 7, 2023

3.5/4

Never has a movie belonged so wholly to its stars.

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Robert P

@Superbad Sep 11, 2026

Midnight Run = a *4.5* star Movie!

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Keith B

@Okbullard Sep 7, 2026

I watched this probably 4 decades ago but couldn't remember much other than it was pretty good so I checked it out again. It was very enjoyable and well done. I've always liked DeNiro but for the last 15 years he's been so annoying spouting his silly political views every chance he gets. In this film Charles Grodin's performance was absolutely superior to DeNiro's. Give it a watch it's worth it.

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Diana D

@realdruck Sep 5, 2026

Grodin Deniro perfection.

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Thyaagu C

@Thyaagu Aug 13, 2026

Tough guy profession. Childlike soul. Never seen anything quite like Jack Walsh before. What a character!

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Travis M

@TMorg007 Jul 10, 2026

I knew Robert Deniro was in this and I watched it anyway. Well, as much as I could. I found myself checking my phone and actively looking for distractions for the vast majority of this failed effort of a movie. Deniro just plays the same bastard in every role ever. It's boring and redundant. Yawn, this is the kind of movie that makes you wish you could instead go read a shampoo label instead.

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Blake- N

@PBSAniDom May 5, 2026

Midnight Run is, in my opinion, the best classic starring Robert De Niro. It perfectly balances action, comedy, and character-driven storytelling in a way that still feels fresh and highly entertaining today. What really makes it stand out is the chemistry between the lead performances and the effortless mix of tension and humor. The film never feels forced; instead, it flows naturally from one moment to the next, keeping things engaging without losing its sharp edge or personality. It’s also impressive how well it was received critically, earning nominations at the 46th Golden Globe Awards for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy and Best Actor for De Niro, which reflects just how strong his performance is here. Overall, it’s a smart, rewatchable, and highly entertaining film that deserves its status as a classic. I’d rate it a solid 10/10.

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Synopsis

When Eddie Moscone (Joe Pantoliano) hires tight-lipped bounty hunter Jack Walsh (Robert De Niro) to locate a mob accountant named "The Duke" (Charles Grodin) and bring him to L.A., Eddie tells Jack that the job will be simple, or a "midnight run." But when Jack finds The Duke, the FBI and the mob are anxious to get their hands on him. In a cross-country chase, Jack must evade the authorities, hide from the mob and prevent The Duke's erratic personality from driving him mad.

Director: Martin Brest
Producer: Martin Brest
Screenwriter: George Gallo
Distributor: Universal Pictures
Production Co: Universal Pictures, City Light Films
Rating: R
Genre: Comedy, Action
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jul 11, 1988, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 18, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA): $36.3M
Runtime: 2h 2m
Sound Mix: Surround

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