Running the Sahara

2007 · James Moll

At a glance

Running the Sahara is a 2007 documentary feature directed by James Moll. It chronicles Ray Zahab, Charlie Engle and Kevin Lin's attempt to run across the Sahara Desert. The group traveled 6,920 kilometers and reached the Red Sea on February 20, 2007. The film runs 102 minutes and is in English; its listed country is the United States. James Moll is also a producer, alongside Keith Quinn and Larry Tanz. The documentary's central focus is the runners' effort to cross the entire desert, with the distance traveled and arrival at the Red Sea marking the scope and endpoint of their journey. It follows an attempt rather than describing a completed record or race outcome.

Who it is for

This documentary may suit viewers interested in distance running, desert journeys, and films centered on an ambitious group expedition. Its 102-minute runtime may also help viewers plan a full-length screening.

What is good

Follows three runners across the Sahara
Records a journey of 6,920 kilometers
Reaches the Red Sea
102-minute runtime

What to know first

Focuses on one desert crossing attempt
English-language film

Verdict

Running the Sahara follows Ray Zahab, Charlie Engle and Kevin Lin's attempt to cross the desert on foot. The stated distance and arrival point give the film a clear journey arc for viewers interested in endurance and travel.

Details

Year: 2007wikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
Runtime: 102 minwikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
Director: James Mollwikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
Country: United Stateswikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
IMDb: tt0481222wikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026

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Sources

wikidata.org/wiki/Q7380055· checked 3 Oct 2026
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Running_the_Sahara· checked 2 Oct 2026