description The Running Man Overview
The Running Man is a 1987 science fiction film set in a totalitarian future America. The plot centers around a police officer, Ben Richards, who is falsely accused and compelled to participate in a televised game show featuring deadly chases. This broadcast showcases convicted criminals battling "stalkers" while challenging the government’s control over information.
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info The Running Man Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1987 |
help The Running Man FAQ
Who plays Ben Richards in The Running Man, and what is the game show about?
Arnold Schwarzenegger plays Ben Richards, a police officer forced into a televised hunt in a totalitarian future America. Contestants must survive celebrity killers called stalkers while the broadcast turns violence into entertainment.
Is The Running Man based on a Stephen King book?
Yes. The 1987 film is loosely based on Stephen King’s 1982 novel, published under the name Richard Bachman. The film changes much of the book’s plot, tone, and ending.
Who directed The Running Man?
Paul Michael Glaser directed The Running Man. He is also known for playing Detective Dave Starsky in the television series Starsky & Hutch.
Who are the famous stalkers in The Running Man?
The stalkers include Captain Freedom, Fireball, Dynamo, Buzzsaw, and Subzero. Each uses a different theatrical style and weapon to hunt Richards for the television audience.
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