The Running Man” (2025 Adaptation & Stephen King Connections)

Episode Summary:In this episode, Stacey and JR Sparrow dive into the 2025 adaptation of Stephen King’s “The Running Man.” They discuss the film’s origins, its connection to the 1982 novel and the original Arnold Schwarzenegger movie, and how the new version stacks up. The conversation covers box office numbers, the impact of streaming, and the role of Glen Powell and the supporting cast. The hosts also explore the broader Stephen King universe, including tie-ins to “Welcome to Derry” and other King works set in Maine.Key Topics:Introduction and guest plug: King Jerm from “Pod and Saved Our Marriage”The legacy of Edgar Wright and Glen Powell’s rising starComparing the 1987 original “The Running Man” to the 2025 adaptationBox office vs. streaming success: Is the new film a hit or a miss?Stephen King’s influence and the interconnected universe of his storiesCharacter development and storytelling critiquesEaster eggs and references for King fans“Welcome to Derry” and how it ties into the King multiverseRecommendations for other Stephen King adaptations and related seriesNotable Quotes:“This movie will live on in streaming infamy.”“The supporting cast made this movie, but this was not Glen Powell’s defining role.”“If you’re a Stephen King fan, you’ll catch the Easter eggs and connections to his other works.”Listener Engagement:Leave a comment and follow “Sparrows Under Review” on Facebook.Check out “Pod and Saved Our Marriage” for more great podcast content.Where to Watch:“The Running Man” (2025) is available on Paramount+“Welcome to Derry” and “IT” series on HBO MaxThank you for tuning in!