First Time Watch - The Running Man (2025)

This week, Anthony and Julian sit down to talk about the brand-new 2025 remake of The Running Man, directed by Edgar Wright — a filmmaker Anthony absolutely loves, and one Julian isn’t all that familiar with. That mix sets the tone for a fun breakdown as the guys walk through Wright’s style, the big swings this movie takes, and how it stacks up against both the original novel and the 1987 Schwarzenegger classic.We talk about the energy, the pacing, the world-building, and the choices only Edgar Wright would make in a dystopian action movie. Anthony brings the deep knowledge; Julian brings the first-time reactions. Together, they figure out what really works in this new adaptation, what surprises hit hardest, and what this version adds to the Running Man legacy.