The Running Man

"The Running Man" story has drawn viewers as both a novel and film. First written as a book by Stephen King under Richard Bachman it was adapted into a movie with Arnold Schwarzenegger in 1987. Now a new movie version is coming from director Edgar Wright and starring Glen Powell. The story explores themes of future worlds and survival reality tv shows. This page looks at both the first movie and the upcoming film. It gives background on the story actors and new movie facts.

The Running Man Latest updates:
New Edgar Wright Film Edgar Wright is directing a new movie of "The Running Man" book.
Glen Powell Lead Actor Glen Powell will star in the main role in the new film.
Stephen King's Novel Both movies are from the book by Stephen King writing as Richard Bachman.
Original 1987 Movie The first film starred Arnold Schwarzenegger and came out in 1987.
Dystopian Story Themes The story is set in a future world and uses a deadly game show idea.

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  • Question 1: Is "The Running Man" getting a remake?

    Answer 1: Yes a new film is being produced based on the book. The 1987 Schwarzenegger movie was an earlier adaptation.

  • Question 2: Who is the director of new "Running Man" movie?

    Answer 2: Edgar Wright is the director of the coming version.

  • Question 3: Who will act in the new movie?

    Answer 3: Glen Powell will play the main role Ben Richards.

  • Question 4: Will new movie be more like the book?

    Answer 4: Reports suggest the new film will be closer to Stephen King's book than the 1987 movie.

  • Question 5: When will "The Running Man" new movie come out?

    Answer 5: The UK release is planned for November 7th. Check local listings for dates near you.

  • Question 6: Was there a "Running Man" movie before?

    Answer 6: Yes a movie starring Arnold Schwarzenegger was made in 1987 but it is not same as book.

  • Question 7: What is "The Running Man" story about?

    Answer 7: It is about a person forced to join a deadly tv game in a future world to survive.

  • Question 8: Is Stephen King part of the new film?

    Answer 8: It is based on his book but his direct part in the new movie is not known.

  • Question 9: What are films similar to "The Running Man"?

    Answer 9: Other future films with game themes are "Death Race 2000" "Ready Player One" and "The Hunger Games".