Paramount Pictures has premiered the teaser traile for Edgar Wright’s new adaptation of Stephen King’s short story “The Running Man” The new take is said to be more akin to that original work than the 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger-led film that skewed more sci-fi. 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. Desperate to save his sick daughter, working-class Ben Richards (Glen Powell) is convinced by the show’s charming but ruthless producer, Dan Killian (Josh Brolin), to enter the game as a last resort. But Ben’s defiance, instincts, and grit turn him into an unexpected fan favorite – and a threat to the entire system. As ratings skyrocket, so does the danger, and Ben must outwit not just the Hunters, but a nation addicted to watching him fall. Colman Domingo also stars as the show’s host who was the main villain in the prior film but is more a supporting turn this time out. Also starring are Michael Cera, Katy O’Brian, Lee Pace, William H. Macy, Sean Hayes, Jayme LAwson, Karl Glusman, Sandra Dickinson, and Emilia Jones. The project wrapped filming earlier this year and has reportedly landed the full blessing of “The Terminator” star. “The Running Man” hits cinemas on November 7th. https://www.darkhorizons.com/teaser-trailer-edgar-wrights-the-running-man/
Glen Powell has certainly blown up. Top Gun was the perfect movie and role for him to start the climb up and everybody knew it.
Awkwafina already did this in Jackpot!. (Yes...I know this was an old book. This iteration of TRM isn't really anything new.) Trailer looks meh.
As a massive fan of the original, this looks extremely meh. I don’t know why Glen Powel is supposed to be a star now buy when I first heard this was happening i was hoping for Chris Hemsworth, Michael B Jordan or Miles Teller so I already have low expectations but maybe that's a good thing...
Every time Glen Powell has a new movie, all I see are stories for weeks about what an amazing breakout star he is. It feels very manufactured to me. Maybe I'm just being paranoid.
That lead actor was a male lead in a few romantic comedies. It's nice to see him graduating to an action role. That plot has been recently done as others have stated. Not a day 1, might catch it on streaming later.
Felt like I was watching a great action movie in the 90’s with the obvious better effects. 10/10 for me. so freaking good.
Not surprised. Marketing has been sparse and I'm not really sure what demo it's targeting. Sadly, Edgar Wright isn't a household name, and he's a great action director. Edit - just re-watched the trailer and it was all over the place. They should have lead with the game show premise and kept it simple. Also, the lead just isn't very compelling. Generic handsome white man late 30s to early 50s just doesn't do it. They should have cast a more recognizable star. That's probably the biggest issue here.
Its funny because I grew up in the 90's. Loved the original and so did most people. This was 10x better because well Arnold was Arnold. This should be doing better. Haven't had something like this in a long time.
It is late in the year. They probably should have released it next week. Thanksgiving Weekend is a better weekend Rocket River
