Hollywood's rising star, Glen Powell, has landed a leading role in Paramount's upcoming film, 'The Running Man,' based on the Stephen King novel. The movie will be directed by acclaimed filmmaker Edgar Wright, known for his work on popular films such as 'Baby Driver' and 'Shaun of the Dead'.
'The Running Man' is set in a dystopian America in the year 2025, where a totalitarian regime uses violent game shows to entertain and control the population. Powell will play the role of a desperate man who joins the deadly game show, 'The Running Man,' in a bid to win money for his sick daughter.
The original novel, written by King under the pseudonym Richard Bachman, was previously adapted into a film in 1987 starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. This new adaptation will feature a fresh take on the story, with Wright co-writing the script alongside Michael Bacall.
Paramount's decision to cast Powell in the lead role comes on the heels of his recent success in the romantic comedy 'Anyone But You,' which garnered over $200 million at the global box office. Powell's star power is on the rise, with his upcoming projects including the action-comedy 'Hitman' and the highly anticipated 'Twisters' alongside Daisy Edgar-Jones and Anthony Ramos.
With a string of successful films under his belt and a growing fan base, Powell is poised to become a major player in Hollywood's leading man category. Fans can catch him in 'The Running Man' when it hits theaters, and later on Netflix, in the coming years.
