The Running Man (1987)
The Running Man is a 1987 action movie directed by Paul Michael Glaser, with a running time of 1h 41m. It stars Arnold Schwarzenegger, Richard Dawson and María Conchita Alonso.
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.
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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.
When was The Running Man released?
The Running Man was released on 13 November 1987.
How long is The Running Man?
The Running Man runs 1h 41m.
Who made The Running Man?
The Running Man was directed by Paul Michael Glaser.
Where can I watch The Running Man?
The Running Man is available on Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel, Philo and Starz.
Where to watch The Running Man
Stream: Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel, Philo, Starz, Starz Amazon Channel, Starz Apple TV Channel, YouTube TV, fuboTV
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Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, Plex, YouTube
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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
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