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The Running Man

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Synopsis

In a near-future society, The Running Man is the top-rated show on television— a deadly competition where contestants, known as Runners, must survive 30 days while being hunted by professional assassins, with every move broadcast to a bloodthirsty public and each day bringing a greater cash reward.

Cast

  • Glen Powell
  • Alyssa Benn
  • Sienna Benn
  • David Zayas
  • Greg Townley
  • Karl Glusman
  • Joey Ansah
  • James Frecheville
  • Alex Hoeffler
  • Lee Pace
Moviegoers are saying
Edgar Wright's latest adaptation of Stephen King's 'The Running Man' delivers relentless action and showcases Glen Powell at his absolute best, though many fans feel it lacks Wright's signature directorial flair. While the film stumbles with a weak third act and script issues, audiences are having a blast with its over-the-top action sequences and surprisingly effective comedic moments.
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Nostalgic-Fun
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Entertaining and kept the fun going. A little rushed in some spots and long in other others, overall a very enjoyable movie to this Stephen King fan. Any actors would have worked for the main roles, although Brolin was a great choice and they all were fun to watch

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Traci F
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another excellent Edgar Wright flick!

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Metacritic

38
Nov 14, 2025

The film’s pacing is stumbling and the longer it goes on, the less urgency we feel in that chase.

Metacritic review by Roger Moore
Roger Moore
Movie Nation
40
Nov 12, 2025

The brash message of the film may amount to little more than ​“smash the system”, but it’s a message that Wright has ignored in a film that sorely lacks for imagination and edge.

David Jenkins
Little White Lies
75
Nov 11, 2025

The Running Man is such an enjoyable race while you're running it, but once you make it past the finish line and start reflecting on the experience, it leaves too much to be desired.

Dominic Griffin
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