As the calendar flips to November 2025, moviegoers are buzzing about The Running Man, the latest adaptation of Stephen King's chilling dystopian novel. Directed by Edgar Wright, known for his sharp editing in films like Baby Driver, this version stars Glen Powell as the desperate contestant thrust into a deadly game show. Set in a near-future world where the poor fight for survival on live TV, the plot follows runners evading professional hunters for 30 grueling days, with freedom or death on the line.
Wright co-wrote the script with Michael Bacall, promising a fresh take on the 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger classic. Production wrapped after intense shoots, including scenes where Powell performed nearly nude in freezing conditions—Wright's most expensive project yet, clocking in at a hefty budget that amps up the action sequences. The official trailer, dropped in July, has racked up millions of views, showcasing pulse-pounding chases and satirical jabs at media frenzy.
With a runtime around two hours and a PG-13 rating, Running Man 2025 aims to blend thriller tension with social commentary. Early screenings hint at mixed reactions—some praise the visuals, others miss the original's campy vibe. Paramount Pictures will unleash it in theaters on November 14, just days away.
Will this remake outrun expectations, or stumble in the hunters' path? Time to grab your tickets and see.
