The 1987 science fiction film "The Running Man," starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, is now available to stream on Netflix. This dystopian action film, set in a totalitarian future, follows a framed police officer forced to participate in a deadly televised game show where he is hunted for public entertainment. Critics and viewers are revisiting the film, often described as "wildly entertaining" and "full of 80s cheese," appreciating its blend of social satire and spectacle, as well as Schwarzenegger's iconic performance and the memorable villain.
The renewed interest in the 1987 film comes ahead of the release of a 2025 remake, directed by Alex Garland and starring Glen Powell. This new version promises a more faithful adaptation of Stephen King's original novel, returning to its darker themes. In the remake, Powell plays Ben Richards, an everyman driven to desperate measures by economic hardship and a corrupt system, who signs up for the high-stakes reality game show "Running Man" to win a substantial prize. Early buzz suggests the remake is a "smart, fast-paced, and action-packed" update that balances thrilling chase sequences with sharp political commentary. Both the o... download the app to read more
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