The Running Man(1987)
“It is the year 2019. "The Running Man" is a deadly game no one has ever survived. But Schwarzenegger has yet to play.”
Overview
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.
Director
Paul Michael Glaser
Studio
Braveworld Productions
Budget
$27M
Revenue
$38M
Cast
Arnold Schwarzenegger
as Ben Richards
Richard Dawson
as Damon Killian
María Conchita Alonso
as Amber Mendez
Yaphet Kotto
as William Laughlin
Jim Brown
as Fireball
Jesse Ventura
as Captain Freedom
Erland van Lidth
as Dynamo
Marvin J. McIntyre
as Harold Weiss
Gus Rethwisch
as Buzzsaw
Professor Toru Tanaka
as Subzero
Mick Fleetwood
as Mic
Dweezil Zappa
as Stevie
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1987
Runtime
1h 41m
Language
English
Rating
6.5 / 10
Budget
$27M
Box Office
$38M
Production Companies
Braveworld Productions • Keith Barish Productions • Taft Entertainment Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Running Man?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Running Man (1987).
What is The Running Man about?▼
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.
Who directed The Running Man?▼
The Running Man was directed by Paul Michael Glaser and released in 1987. It is a action, thriller, science fiction film.
How long is The Running Man?▼
The Running Man has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).
Who stars in The Running Man?▼
The cast of The Running Man includes Arnold Schwarzenegger as Ben Richards, Richard Dawson as Damon Killian, María Conchita Alonso as Amber Mendez, Yaphet Kotto as William Laughlin, Jim Brown as Fireball and more.
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