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Dystopian Survival Game: "The Running Man: Hunt Game"
Director & Cast
The film is directed by British filmmaker Edgar Wright, known for his unique brand of dark humor and violent aesthetics in movies like Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz. Starring Glenn Powell (Top Gun: Maverick) as Ben Richards, a desperate father fighting to save his daughter, the film also features Josh Brolin (The Avengers) and Lee Pace (The Hobbit), bringing this deadly game of survival to life.
Core Story: Survival Game & Human Nature
Set in a near-future dystopian society, the reality show The Running Man thrives on bloody hunts for ratings. Contestants must survive 30 days of pursuit by professional killers, earning cash prizes for each day they stay alive. Forced to compete to save his critically ill daughter, Richards transforms from prey to a national icon, his rebellion becoming a direct challenge to the system. With high-speed chases, street shootouts, and intense survival pressure, the film pushes human nature to its limits, exposing the absurdity of an entertainment-obsessed world.
Release Date & Schedule Changes
Originally set for a November 7, 2025, North American release, the film was delayed to November 14 to secure more IMAX screenings. The schedule shift reflects the studio’s focus on maximizing the big-screen experience, where Wright’s signature fast-paced editing and violent aesthetics will shine.
Epilogue
As a reboot of Stephen King’s novel, the film keeps its dystopian core while infusing Wright’s signature absurdity. When survival becomes a form of mass entertainment, Richards’ escape isn’t just a physical battle—it’s a sharp critique of how society dehumanizes people for entertainment.