In the upcoming remake of “The Running Man” by Edgar Wright, based on the 1987 dystopian thriller with Arnold Schwarzenegger, another notable actor has been added to the cast. Glen Powell, known for movies like “Twisters” and “Hit Man,” will play the lead character participating in the lethal reality show, “The Running Man.” Another pivotal role from the novel has recently been filled: Colman Domingo has agreed to portray Damon Killian, the host of The Running Man. Previously, Richard Dawson delivered a memorable performance as this character in the original film.
The report from Deadline additionally mentions that those involved with the movie, including Edgar Wright and the film’s executives, had ambitious plans when choosing the antagonist for the upcoming remake. The role of the television host is crucial, oozing an appealing yet twisted charm, and Colman Domingo seems to be a perfect fit. Earlier reports from October 2024 indicated that Josh Brolin was cast as a villain in a producer role within the film’s reality show. This casting decision by Domingo adds even more intrigue to the storyline.
The movie “The Running Man,” originally written by Stephen King under the pseudonym Richard Bachman and published in 1982, unfolds in a dystopian America of the year 2025 (yes, that’s this very year!). It revolves around a protagonist named Ben Richards who takes part in a brutal reality game show. In this contest, participants strive to survive against hired assassins seeking to eliminate them. If they manage to outlive their pursuers, they are rewarded with a massive cash prize. Ben aims to utilize his winnings to aid his ailing daughter. The 1987 film adaptation changes the setting to 2019, and as of now, it remains unclear when Wright’s upcoming remake will be set.
Colman Domingo Is No Stranger to Playing the Villain
Over the past few years, Colman Domingo has shone brightly with his remarkable acting performances. In 2024, he was nominated for an Oscar for his work in the film “Rustin“, and won an Emmy for his role in “Euphoria“. Recently, Domingo’s performance in A24’s “Sing Sing” has been widely acclaimed, earning a spot on lists like the National Board of Review’s Top 10 Films of the year. With his upcoming project “The Running Man“, audiences can expect to see a side of Domingo they haven’t seen before. He also recently appeared in the Netflix thriller series “The Madness“.
In a nutshell, Domingo has quite a bit of experience playing antagonists, having portrayed Victor Strand as the main adversary in AMC’s series “Fear the Walking Dead.” Additionally, he is slated to lend his voice to the legendary Spider-Man character and villain Norman Osborn in the forthcoming Disney+ animated series titled “Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, scheduled for release on January 29, 2025.
Actor Colman Domingo from “Sing Sing” has a packed schedule for the upcoming year, including providing a voice for the Russo brothers’ Netflix movie “The Electric State.” Given his exceptional acting skills, his partnership with Edgar Wright is particularly intriguing. In the latter part of 2023, audiences can catch Glen Powell and Colman Domingo in “The Running Man,” which is one of many highly anticipated films set for release in 2025.
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2025-01-09 22:31