The Running Man
1987, English. Directed by Paul Michael Glaser.
It is the year 2019. "The Running Man" is a deadly game no one has ever survived. But... Schwarzenegger has yet to play.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- A
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 3,042 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Running Man
The Running Man isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Paul Michael GlaserDirector
- Arnold SchwarzeneggerBen Richards
- Richard DawsonDamon Killian
- María Conchita AlonsoAmber Mendez
- Yaphet KottoWilliam Laughlin
- Jim BrownFireball
- Jesse VenturaCaptain Freedom
- Erland van LidthDynamo
- Marvin J. McIntyreHarold Weiss
- Gus RethwischBuzzsaw
- Professor Toru TanakaSubzero
- Mick FleetwoodMic
- Dweezil ZappaStevie
Details
- Released
- 10 December 1987
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Steven E. de Souza
- Budget
- $27M
- Box office
- $38M
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What The Running Man is based on
The Running Man is based on Le Prix du Danger, a 1983 film and The Running Man, a 1982 novel by Stephen King, published by New American Library.
Film · 1983
Le Prix du Danger
Novel · 1982
The Running Man
By Stephen King
Published by New American Library
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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The Running Man: quick answers
Is The Running Man worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 3,042 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Running Man?
The Running Man runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does The Running Man have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Running Man. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Running Man parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Running Man is rated A in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Running Man on?
The Running Man isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Running Man?
If you liked The Running Man, try The Running Man, Fortress, Looper.
Who directed The Running Man?
The Running Man (1987) was directed by Paul Michael Glaser and stars Arnold Schwarzenegger, Richard Dawson, María Conchita Alonso.
What is The Running Man based on?
The Running Man is based on Le Prix du Danger, a 1983 film and The Running Man, a 1982 novel by Stephen King, published by New American Library.