The Running Man (1987)
By 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.
Directing:
Writing:
Stars:
- Paul Michael Glaser
Writing:
- Stephen King
- Steven E. de Souza
Stars:
Release Date: 1987-11-13
6.5/10
6.5/10
- Country: US
- Language: English | Italiano | 日本語
- Runtime: 101
- Budget: $27,000,000
- Revenue: $38,122,105
William Laughlin
Stevie
Ben Richards
Damon Killian
Amber Mendez
Fireball
Captain Freedom
Dynamo
Mic
911 Security Officer #2
Sven
Brenda
Lenny
Propaganda Officer
Valdez
Tony
Med Tech
Agent
Amy
Phil Hilton
Mrs. McArdle
Edith Wiggins
Soldier #1
Soldier #2
Soldier #3
Lieutenant Saunders
Chico
Travel Pass Guard
Yuppie Yeller
911 Security Officer #1
Manager Locker Room
Dancer
Dancer
Dancer
Dancer
Dancer
Dancer
Dancer
Phil Hilton
Game Show Hostess (uncredited)
Woman in Airport (uncredited)
Captain Freedom
Ben Richards' Double (uncredited)
Cheering Game Show Patron (uncredited)