The Running Man

2025 • 133 min • R

“Hunt him down.”

★ 6.8 / 10 (1,287 votes)

Action Thriller Science Fiction

Synopsis

Desperate to save his sick daughter, working-class Ben Richards is convinced by The Running Man's charming but ruthless producer to enter the deadly competition game as a last resort. But Ben's defiance, instincts, and grit turn him into an unexpected fan favorite — and a threat to the entire system. As ratings skyrocket, so does the danger, and Ben must outwit not just the Hunters, but a nation addicted to watching him fall.

About This Film

The Running Man is a 2025 action, thriller, science fiction film directed by Edgar Wright. With a runtime of 133 minutes, the film has earned an audience rating of 6.8 out of 10 based on 1,287 votes on TMDB. The film stars Glen Powell, William H. Macy, Lee Pace, Michael Cera, Emilia Jones among its cast of 79 credited actors.

Cast

Glen Powell

as Ben Richards

William H. Macy

as Molie Jernigan

Lee Pace

as Evan McCone

Michael Cera

as Elton Perrakis

Emilia Jones

as Amelia Williams

Daniel Ezra

as Bradley

Jayme Lawson

as Sheila Richards

Sean Hayes

as Gary Greenbacks

Katy O'Brian

as Jenni Laughlin

Colman Domingo

as Bobby T.

Josh Brolin

as Dan Killian

Karl Glusman

as 'Frank'

David Zayas

as Richard Manuel

Martin Herlihy

as Tim Jansky

Danny McCarthy

as YVA Manager

Angelo Gray

as Stacey

Alyssa Benn

as Cathy Richards

Sienna Benn

as Cathy Richards

Greg Townley

as Decker

Joey Ansah

as 'Captain Holloway'

Crew