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The long-awaited first trailer for The Running Man has arrived, and it’s exactly what fans of Edgar Wright hoped for — fast, stylish, and full of sharp commentary. Based on the Stephen King novel (written under his Richard Bachman pseudonym), the new movie reimagines the classic story with modern relevance and Wright’s trademark visual flair.
Glen Powell stars as Ben Richards, a man forced to participate in a deadly televised game show where contestants are hunted for public entertainment. The trailer blends neon-soaked cityscapes, dynamic action choreography, and unsettling media satire — all staples of Wright’s visual storytelling.
The director, best known for Baby Driver and Last Night in Soho, brings a kinetic rhythm to every frame. Powell, fresh off his success in Top Gun: Maverick and Hit Man, looks every bit the confident yet morally conflicted protagonist the story demands.
If the tone of the trailer is any indication, The Running Man will be both a biting critique of fame culture and a thrilling ride through dystopian chaos. It’s a reinvention, not a remake — and early reactions suggest it might become one of 2025’s most talked-about releases.
Watch the trailer on Paramount Pictures
