The Running Man Trailer Reveals Edgar Wright's Nod to Schwarzenegger in Action-Packed Reboot
The first official trailer for Edgar Wright’s The Running Man has landed — and fans are buzzing with excitement. Based on Stephen King’s dystopian novel, the upcoming film promises a gritty, high-stakes thrill ride unlike the 1987 Schwarzenegger-led version. But what truly sets this remake apart is Wright’s subtle tribute to Arnold Schwarzenegger, who starred in the original cult classic.
In a recent interview, Wright revealed that his team reached out to Arnold for approval before filming began. “We wanted to give a nod to the great man,” Wright explained. Though he didn’t reveal exactly what that nod was, fans are already speculating — and one moment in the trailer may have answered it. At the 0:26 mark, viewers can spot a woman holding $100 bills emblazoned with Schwarzenegger’s face — a clever Easter egg and a respectful wink to the action legend.
Starring Glen Powell as Ben Richards and Josh Brolin as ruthless producer Dan Killian, the new Running Man returns to the roots of King’s novel. Instead of a confined arena, the deadly game unfolds across a near-future world where contestants must survive 30 days while being hunted — all for a shot at saving their loved ones and earning cash rewards.
Wright, a lifelong Stephen King fan, wanted to craft a faithful adaptation. “The ’87 film did its own thing, but most of the book was left untouched,” he said. Now, with a darker, more expansive tone, this reboot feels more like a deadly game of hide-and-seek on steroids.
Set to premiere in theaters on November 7, The Running Man is already generating major buzz online. With trending keywords like Arnold Schwarzenegger cameo, Stephen King adaptation, and Edgar Wright 2025 film, this sci-fi thriller is shaping up to be one of fall’s most anticipated releases.
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