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Director Edgar Wright is back with a vengeance — and so is The Running Man. The long-awaited trailer for Wright’s new action-thriller debuted at New York Comic Con 2025, teasing a pulse-pounding, visually dynamic adaptation of Stephen King’s 1982 novel. Set to hit theaters on November 14, 2025, the film stars Glen Powell as Ben Richards, a desperate man turned contestant in a deadly televised survival game.
This latest take marks a bold departure from the 1987 film version starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, which took heavy creative liberties from Stephen King’s original story. Edgar Wright promises a version that stays true to the source material while still delivering his trademark fast-paced, kinetic filmmaking.
Powell Takes Center Stage in a Fight for Survival
In the trailer, Ben Richards (Glen Powell) is seen fighting for his life in a dystopian world where “The Running Man” is the most-watched TV event on the planet — a twisted game show where contestants must evade professional killers for thirty days to earn their freedom. Powell’s character enters the contest to save his sick daughter, setting up an emotional core beneath the relentless action.
The two-minute trailer showcases Wright’s signature flair — rapid-fire editing, explosive sound design, and electrifying chase sequences that span cities and skies. From rooftop pursuits to tense shootouts, the action never lets up. Wright’s eye for detail and rhythm makes every moment feel alive, and Glen Powell’s charisma injects humanity into the chaos.
Glen Powell, fresh off Twisters and Hit Man, seems to have found his next major action role. “The Running Man” solidifies his place as one of Hollywood’s most versatile leading men.
Glen Powell in ‘The Running Man’, Directed by Edgar Wright
Faithful to King’s Vision — With a Modern Edge
Speaking at NYCC, Wright emphasized that his version isn’t a remake of the 1987 movie but a re-adaptation of King’s novel, written under his pseudonym Richard Bachman. “I always felt there was a part of the story that hadn’t been adapted,” Wright said. “This is something more faithful to the book.”
Fans of King’s work will notice the darker tone and broader world-building — the televised death game now spans across the globe, not confined to one arena. Even Stephen King himself praised the script, calling it “faithful enough to keep fans happy and different enough to keep me on my toes.”
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A Star-Studded Ensemble and Explosive Direction
Alongside Powell, the cast includes Lee Pace, Josh Brolin, Michael Cera, Emilia Jones, Colman Domingo, and Jayme Lawson. Wright co-wrote the screenplay with longtime collaborator Michael Bacall, marking their first major reunion since Scott Pilgrim vs. the World.
With Paramount Pictures backing the project, The Running Man looks set to deliver the rare mix of intelligence and adrenaline that defines the best King adaptations.
Between Glen Powell’s magnetic performance and Edgar Wright’s precision direction, The Running Man is shaping up to be one of 2025’s biggest action events. Faithful to its roots yet distinctly modern, this isn’t just a remake — it’s a rebirth.
Catch The Running Man in theaters November 14, 2025, and get ready to run for your life.
