Glen Powell stars in The Running Man, Edgar Wright’s thrilling new take on the Stephen King novel, hitting theaters November 7.
🎯 What’s ‘The Running Man’ About?
Get ready for a high-stakes thrill ride. Edgar Wright is putting his signature spin on The Running Man—and this time, it’s grittier, bolder, and more relevant than ever.
In a not-so-distant future where reality TV has taken a terrifying turn, The Running Man is the #1 show in the world.
Contestants—called “Runners”—agree to be hunted for 30 days by lethal assassins.
Each day they survive earns them more money, but the cost? Their lives are broadcast for entertainment, and the public is hooked.
Enter Glen Powell as Ben Richards, a working-class man desperate to save his sick daughter.
He signs up for the show as a last resort, only to discover he’s got what it takes to flip the game on its head.
As Ben becomes a fan favorite, his resilience and refusal to break turn him into a symbol of rebellion.
But the higher the ratings, the more dangerous the game becomes.
🎬 Release Date & Where To Watch
- Release Date: Friday, November 7, 2025
- Where To Watch: In Theaters, Dolby Cinema, 4DX, Premium Large Format, and IMAX
🌟 Cast & Crew Line-Up
- Starring: Glen Powell, William H. Macy, Lee Pace, Emilia Jones, Michael Cera, Daniel Ezra, Jayme Lawson, Colman Domingo, and Josh Brolin
- Director: Edgar Wright (Baby Driver, Shaun of the Dead)
- Writers: Edgar Wright & Michael Bacall
- Based on: The novel by Stephen King
- Producers: Simon Kinberg, Nira Park, Edgar Wright
- Executive Producers: George Linder, James Biddle, Rachael Prior, Audrey Chon, Pete Chiappetta, Anthony Tittanegro, Andrew Lary
🎬 Watch ‘The Running Man’ Trailer
🔥 Why This Is A Must-Watch
- Glen Powell steps into his most intense role yet as a desperate father-turned-rebel hero.
- Edgar Wright reimagines a dystopian classic, blending action, satire, and social commentary in a way only he can.
- Based on Stephen King’s iconic novel, this isn’t just a remake—it’s a full-on reinvention.
- The film’s dark mirror to our obsession with reality TV and social media makes it timely and terrifying.
Whether you’re a diehard King fan, a Wright enthusiast, or just love edge-of-your-seat action, The Running Man is the movie you’ll be talking about this fall.
Glen Powell’s rise continues, and with Edgar Wright behind the lens, expect a film that’s as sharp as it is thrilling.
Will you be watching The Running Man when it hits theaters?
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