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EPISODE · Jan 20, 2026 · 43 MIN

Episode 68-Paul Michael Glaser's The Running Man (1987)

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In this week's episode, I examine the 80's classic starring the Terminator himself: The Running Man! Is it better or worse than Bachman's novella? Find out here in the Stephen Kingcast! Since the release of my original review of 1987's The Running Man, a lot has happened in our world and in our governmental system. In this re-release, I touch upon the ways that this movie succeeded where its more recent counterpart (Edgar Wright's version) failed. Enjoy this new material!  As always, write in at [email protected] Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and Bluesky. Stay organized and up to date with all things Stephen King at stephenkingcast.com Check out bonus material, early episodes and reviews of all things pop culture over at patreon.com/stephenkingcast

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