Glen Powell outshines Arnold Schwarzenegger in the popular game show "Running Man".
In a thrilling turn of events, Paramount Pictures has unveiled the first trailer for their upcoming film, "The Running Man," based on Stephen King's 1982 novel. The movie, set to hit theatres on November 7, 2025, promises an exciting blend of action, drama, and suspense, with Glen Powell headlining as the protagonist, Ben Richards.
The story unfolds in a near-future society where financial crises loom large, and Ben finds himself in dire straits. His young daughter requires immediate medical attention, and with no means to pay, he is left with no choice but to participate in "The Running Man," a deadly competition where contestants must survive being hunted by professional assassins for 30 days to win a life-changing sum of $1 billion.
In the trailer, Powell's character can be seen shouting, "Stop filming me!" before an explosion sends him flying off a bridge and into the water. The intense action sequences promise a rollercoaster ride for viewers, with a broader geographical scope and modernized action choreography, offering a more intense and suspenseful experience than the 1987 film adaptation.
The new adaptation, directed by Edgar Wright, aims to capture the gritty realism and dystopian atmosphere of King's novel, unlike the more fantastical and humorous approach of the 1987 film. The competition is broadcast on television, and the entire nation eagerly awaits Ben's demise.
Josh Brolin plays Dan Killian, the ruthless producer of the show, while Colman Domingo stars as Bobby Thompson, the host. Jayme Lawson portrays Sheila Richards, Ben's wife, and Michael Bacall co-wrote the screenplay alongside Edgar Wright. The talented cast also includes Lee Pace, Michael Cera, Emilia Jones, Katy O'Brian, David Zayas, Daniel Ezra, Karl Glusman, Sean Hayes, and William H. Macy.
If successful, "The Running Man" could be a critical and box office hit for Glen Powell, marking a significant step in his career. The movie is expected to lean more into action comedy than the more serious approach of the 1987 film, offering a fresh take on this classic story. Don't miss out on the action when "The Running Man" hits theatres on November 7, 2025.
Moviegoers excited for entertainment can look forward to experiencing the intense action-comedy blend in the upcoming movie "The Running Man," based on Stephen King's 1982 novel, scheduled to hit theatres on November 7, 2025. This thrilling adaptation, set in a near-future society, promises a gripping tale of survival, featuring a star-studded cast.
