The Running Man

“The Running Man” is an upcoming dystopian action thriller directed by Edgar Wright, slated for release on November 21, 2025.

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Plot Overview:

Set in a dystopian United States in 2025, the story follows Ben Richards (Glen Powell), a desperate man who volunteers for a deadly game show called “The Running Man.” In this government-controlled media spectacle, contestants are hunted by professional killers over 30 days. If Richards survives, he wins a cash prize that could save his sick child and lift his family out of poverty.

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Cast:

  • Glen Powell as Ben Richards
  • Katy O’Brian in a supporting role
  • Daniel Ezra in a supporting role
  • Karl Glusman in a supporting role
  • Josh Brolin as the antagonist
  • Lee Pace as the chief hunter
  • Jayme Lawson in a supporting role
  • Michael Cera in a supporting role
  • Emilia Jones in a supporting role
  • William H. Macy in a supporting role

Production Details:

The film is a more faithful adaptation of Stephen King’s 1982 novel, written under the pseudonym Richard Bachman, compared to the 1987 film starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. Edgar Wright directs and co-writes the screenplay with Michael Bacall. Principal photography began in November 2024, with filming locations including Glasgow, which was transformed into a dystopian New York for the production.

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Release Information:

“The Running Man” is scheduled for theatrical release on November 21, 2025.

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