The Running Man: 2025 Remake Overview
The Running Man, directed by Edgar Wright, stars Glen Powell as Ben Richards in a dystopian survival game. This highly anticipated film is based on Stephen King's bestselling novel, originally penned under the name Richard Bachman.
Background and Cast
This story was first adapted into a film in 1987, featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger in the lead role. The 2025 remake features Powell as Ben Richards, a man struggling to survive in a near-future world where society has collapsed. Arnold Schwarzenegger appears in a special cameo role.
- Director: Edgar Wright (known for Shaun of the Dead and Baby Driver)
- Main cast includes: Colman Domingo, Lee Pace, Jayme Lawson, Michael Cera, Emilia Jones, William H. Macy, David Zayas, Katy O’Brian, Daniel Ezra, Karl Glusman, Simon Haines, Sean Hayes, Sandra Dickinson, George Carroll, Martin Herlihy, Sophie Simnett
Plot Summary
The film is set in a near-future society devastated by collapse. The most popular television show is a brutal survival game where contestants must endure a 30-day manhunt with deadly assassins chasing them live on air. To save his seriously ill daughter, Ben Richards reluctantly enters the game.
Release Dates
- UK Release: November 12, 2025
- US Release: November 14, 2025
- Digital and streaming dates are unconfirmed but expected in 2026
"The Running Man is set in a near-future world where society has collapsed. The most-watched TV show is a deadly survival game."
"To save his seriously ill daughter, Ben Richards agrees to join the show."
Ending Differences
The 2025 remake will feature a different ending from the original 1987 movie, offering a fresh take on the classic story.
Author’s summary: Edgar Wright’s 2025 remake of The Running Man reinvents the dystopian thriller with a new ending and a diverse cast, revitalizing Stephen King’s vision for a modern audience.
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