Glen Powell is set to headline the upcoming remake of a movie, with Edgar Wright directing. Interestingly, this storyline, rooted in dystopian action and inspired by Stephen King’s 1982 novel, was previously brought to life in 1987, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Because the project was already underway, Schwarzenegger had knowledge about its progression. Glen Powell pointed out that the Terminator star endorsed the remake with his approval. The upcoming reinterpretation is anticipated not just for this reason, but also because the forthcoming adaptation of The Running Man honors Paul Michael Glaser’s 1987 original by featuring a fleeting appearance of Schwarzenegger in the trailer.
In this gritty, action-packed dystopian film, we find ourselves focusing on a global game show called “The Running Man.” The participants in this show often struggle financially and have the chance to amass wealth if they can outmaneuver the lethal Hunters who relentlessly pursue them across various locations for 30 days. Their ultimate goal? To evade capture and claim their prize money.
Following a prolonged period of anticipation, Paramount Pictures finally unveiled the premiere trailer for their upcoming Stephen King adaptation. This exhilarating sneak peek offers insights into Powell’s character, Ben Richards, who is grappling with his daughter’s illness and seeks financial aid. To address this need, he enlists in the high-octane game show known as “The Running Man.
Subtly acknowledges Schwarzenegger by incorporating him into the trailer as a presidential figure on $100 bills, hinting at his potential appearance in the film. At approximately 26 seconds into the preview, this subtle nod serves as a clever way to include the actor in the updated version of the story.
Despite the ambiguity about the specific part that Schwarzenegger will play to receive the $100 bill, the cameo can be seen as a subtle reference to his political career, and an acknowledgement of those who wished for him to further progress in U.S. politics.
The sci-fi action movie, “The Running Man,” garnered a blend of positive and negative feedback. Critics bestowed a 67% approval rating on it, which qualifies as “fresh” but doesn’t stand out particularly. Conversely, the audience rated it at 61%.
Arnold Schwarzenegger Admitted The Running Man Could’ve Been Better
During a recent interview to publicize “FUBAR” Season 2, Arnold Schwarzenegger not only talked about the upcoming season but also discussed the sci-fi movie and its forthcoming reimagining. The actor confessed that there were aspects in the original production that could have been refined, yet he emphasized the film’s impressive special effects.
He expressed his sentiment by saying, ‘It’s exciting to hear about a sequel or remake of Running Man. As for what it might entail, I can’t say for sure, but I do believe that if we had more resources and technology during the original filming, the movie could have been even better. I always felt that with more budget, we could have created a more visually stunning experience.’
Arnold Schwarzenegger expressed, “It was excellent, but it could’ve been even more so, and I believe they have a solid opportunity with the latest version of The Running Man to improve upon it. I truly hope that they will achieve success in this endeavor for both their sakes and mine.
The Running Man premieres in theaters on Nov. 7.
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2025-07-05 23:35