The Runner: David Horton’s 2,700 Mile Run of the PCT


Journeyfilm’s THE RUNNER follows Extreme ultrarunner David Horton through the desert sun, the high snowbound mountain passes, the pain, the emotion, and his revelation. Join him as he runs more than 40 miles per day for 66 consecutive days in an attempt to set the speed record on the 2700 mile Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada. Director and former PCT thru-hiker JB Benna follows Horton’s journey and discovers who he really is. Learn about ultrarunning, the PCT, and the history of this amazing person through interviews with today’s best endurance athletes, his family, and David himself. A great adventure, a movie that makes you laugh, and a movie that makes you cry. What drives David to such extreme challenges? What does it take to become THE RUNNER?

25 Responses to “The Runner: David Horton’s 2,700 Mile Run of the PCT”

  1. mikehedge says:

    awesome. love this edit.

  2. journeyfilm says:

    Thanks Mike. We am glad that you are enjoying all of our adventure videos.

  3. vandytime says:

    Inspiring Story…

    If you get a chance please check out our promo trailer for our documentary titled, “MY RUN”.

    A story about Terry Hitchcock, a man who ran 75 consecutive marathons in 75 consecutive days… to bring awareness to plight of single parents.

    We would appreciate your feedback. Thanks.

  4. ahahahayeahright says:

    very cool. i’m going to request that my library order this film

  5. irontruck says:

    Is that real?! I find it hard to believe Terry ran 75 marathons in 75 days being in that shape as good as his intentions may be.

  6. Pete22222 says:

    Awesome.

  7. cdewlo says:

    You are truly blessed….thank you for being so honest and sharing your thoughts…

  8. robman47 says:

    holy moly!

  9. svenoftwo says:

    is this film available in the UK???? Hope someone can help!!??

  10. journeyfilm says:

    Yes, if you can not get it on Amazon, Journeyfilm does sell them directly. Please check the Journeyfilm web site for updates. Periodically we forward all orders to Amazon during really busy times, but check back shortly.

  11. davidsquall351 says:

    the people running the trail are tough. Good job

  12. jbvolleyball says:

    you are the man..

  13. robman47 says:

    Hey JB. what is this soundtrack? can I get my hands on it?

  14. climbhardv10 says:

    very inspirational. thank you

  15. h2oaerobics says:

    Lovely! Thank you!

  16. vandytime says:

    very cool!

  17. Mossflower1994 says:

    I’d do 660 days 4 miles a day.

  18. oogp says:

    I love this guy made me cry ;(

  19. oogp says:

    o most two years. . . that’s cool but i rather do 100 :D

  20. oogp says:

    so did he break the record for speed running?

  21. davidandbobbiethomps says:

    not only did he set the record, he set it by 13 days. also, he’s in his mid to upper 50s at this time, too.

  22. LouisaKAM75 says:

    nice and inspirational video!
    the guy is amazing

  23. phrack1976 says:

    David is one of my favourite ultrarunners (+Yiannis Kouros, Anton Kupricka and Scott Jurek). I love this video.

  24. DeliveredByGrace says:

    David Horton is the man! He is the real deal – not only on the trail – but in life. As I have had the privilege to meet him on several occasions and spend a little time with him the night before Sweet H20 (2009) – I have a high respect for him. As we talked that night – it was obvious that Jesus Christ was more than just an ending to his prayers. Jesus is the Lord of his life. What a runner! What a man!

  25. climbhardv10 says:

    simply amazing

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