The Running Man 1987
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56 Reviews
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Gummy
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SplatBy 2017, the global economy has collapsed and U.S. society has become a totalitarian police state, censoring all cultural activity. The government pacifies the populace by broadcasting a number of game shows in which convicted criminals fight for their lives, including the gladiator-style The Running Man, hosted by the ruthless Damon Killian, where “runners” attempt to evade “stalkers” and certain death for a chance to be pardoned and set free.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Ben Richards
as Damon Killian
as Amber Mendez
as William Laughlin
as Fireball
as Captain Freedom
as Dynamo
as Harold Weiss
as Buzzsaw
as Subzero
Director:
Writer:
Stephen King, Steven E. de Souza
Stars:
Arnold Schwarzenegger, Richard Dawson, María Conchita Alonso, Yaphet Kotto, Jim Brown, Jesse Ventura, Erland van Lidth, Marvin J. McIntyre, Gus Rethwisch, Professor Toru Tanaka,
Genres:
Action,Thriller,Science Fiction
Release Date:
1987 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
101 min
MMPA Rating:
R
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
The Running Man
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
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Cast
as Ben Richards
as Damon Killian
as Amber Mendez
as William Laughlin
as Fireball
as Captain Freedom
as Dynamo
as Harold Weiss
as Buzzsaw
as Subzero
as Mic
as Stevie
as Brenda
as Sven
as Lenny
as Med Tech
as Valdez
as Tony
as Agent
as Amy
as Phil Hilton
as Mrs. McArdle
as Edith Wiggins
as Leon
as Soldier #1
as Soldier #2
as Soldier #3
as Lieutenant Saunders
as Chico
as Suzie Checkpoint
as Barrio Foreman #1
as Barrio Foreman #2
as Custodian
as Newscaster
as Travel Pass Guard
as Elderly Lady
as 911 Security Officer #2
as Propaganda Officer
as Yuppie Yeller
as 911 Security Officer #1
as Teenage Punk
as Manager Locker Room
as Barrio Betto
as Underground Tech
as Dancer
as Dancer
as Dancer
as Dancer
as Dancer
as Dancer
as Dancer
as Dancer
as Dancer
as Dancer
as Dancer
as Dancer
as Dancer
as Dancer
as Dancer
as Woman in Airport (uncredited)
as Game Show Hostess (uncredited)
as Woman in Airport (uncredited)
as (uncredited)
as Locker Room Viewer (uncredited)
as (uncredited)
as Ben Richards' Double (uncredited)
as Cheering Game Show Patron (uncredited)
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