"Midnight Run" is a 1988 action-comedy film directed by Martin Brest. The story follows a bounty hunter named Jack Walsh, played by Robert De Niro, who is tasked with capturing a former mob accountant, Jonathan Mardukas, portrayed by Charles Grodin. The film combines elements of comedy and action as Jack navigates various challenges while trying to bring Jonathan back to Los Angeles. Throughout their journey, Jack and Jonathan encounter numerous obstacles, including rival bounty hunters and the FBI. The film explores themes of friendship and redemption, showcasing the unlikely bond that forms between the two main characters as they face danger together.