The Running Man synopsis, summary and reviews

• ACTION
• SCIENCE FICTION
• THRILLER
• CRIME
• R
• 1987
• FULL HD

Arnold Schwarzenegger stars as Ben Richards, a cop in the totalitarian America of 2019, framed for massacring rioting civilians during a famine. After escaping from jail, Richards tries to prove his innocence, but his efforts are thwarted at every turn by a regime in need of a scapegoat. Richards is captured along with an innocent civilian, Amber Mendez (Maria Conchita Alonso), and they are forced to participate in a violent game show called "The Running Man," hosted by the unctuous Damon Killian (Richard Dawson). The object of the game for Richards and Mendez: obtain freedom by staying alive against a gauntlet of skillful assassins like "Subzero" (Prof. Toru Tanaka) and "Captain Freedom" (Jesse Ventura), each armed with unique weapons like razor-sharp hockey sticks and chainsaws. With the help of some fellow "contestants," Richards is able to tap into government computers and prove his innocence. The Running Man was very loosely based on a short story by Stephen King, who wrote it under the name Richard Bachman.

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.

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Missing scenesIn the version here, several scenes are missing. These include the scene where Amber finds the Bakersfield video, the scene where Arnold first uses "I'll be back," and a scene where last year's runners are purportedly basking in the Hawaii sun..MauricevoScore: 4/5

DECENTIts more so good than it is bad. A lot of one liners. Acting is decent. Still worth a watch..Person of Few WordsScore: 3/5

This is one of Arnold's Best: Why's It Not Available to Buy?Okay so the plot is a bit cheesy, and the puns are overused and bring ridiculousness to a whole new level. But not only does this film represent the 80s to its fullest potential, it is also quite prophetic. This film came out in 1987, and it told the story of a futuristic American society (the year 2019 to be exact) that is in a recession where unemployment and crime is at its highest peak in history. To quench Americans thirst for entertainment and violence comes reality TV shows pitting the worst criminals versus blood-hungry killers - the most popular of which is The Running Man. Here we are near the year 2009, and we are on the verge of such a future. In fact, recent copycats such as The Condemned and Death Race didn't take place in the future at all, but TODAY! Which is why I still consider The Running Man the most realistic sci-fi futuristic film in cinema. Just you wait. Only ten more years until Death TV hits the airwaves..BillySweetsScore: 4/5

Loosely?I haven't seen the movie but I read the description and loosely based? This is nothing like the book. For anyone who did enjoy it, that's fine, but the book was amazing and much better than this movie could possibly be, so put down your iphone/ipod and read a book!.Cloud4anScore: 4/5

Arnold and Dawson make this movie!WHO LOVES YOU, AND WHO DO YOU LOVE?!?! Dawson makes this movie with his celeb hosting ability!.Raggedy andyScore: 5/5

ITUNES LET US BUY THIS MOVIE!Undoubtedly one of Arnold's best. It has all of what you expect in a 'classic/campy' arnold flick. Cheesy dialogue and one-liners ("here, sub zero, now PLAIN ZEROOOOO!", or "hey chrismas TREE!!!") ... great action (just pick any of the insane combat scenes) ... and demented casting (see yaphett koto as a fellow convict! jim brown as a fire spewing stalker! jesse ventura as an over the hill stalker! richard dawson as himself - aka old perverted scum game show host!) You can't beat this. If I had to pick all of the best Arnold (cheesy, not semi-serious) classics, this would be up there with the timeless Commando, Raw Deal ... along with better movies like Terminator (the orginal), Conan (the original), Predator and Total Recall. Itunes make this for sale asap!.Nycmode75Score: 5/5

SCHWARZANEGGER IS THE MAN!!!!!ANOTHER AWESOME SCHWARZANEGGER MOVIE! HE IS THE KING OF ACTION BLOCKBUSTER MOVIES! GO SEE IT IF YOU'RE A SCHWARZANEGGER FAN!!!!.Smallville_for_life789Score: 5/5

Bad flick!Plenty of raw violence, absurd and bizarre movie. So many other things to better invest time..Capt MScore: 2/5

$4.99!!!I’ve waited for a long time for it to show up for $4.99... Finally snatched it up! It’s a classic!.The RiddickScore: 5/5

Epic Action MovieI love this movie!! i have had it on VHS for years i'm so glad to see it on Itunes i Cant Wait to download this Not bad for 9.99 :).ApunkrockaScore: 5/5

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Badass, funny and 80s AF in all its glory!I rewatched this movie yesterday and I enjoyed it so much! It’s funny, badass and embraces its cheesiness in the best way possible!.AarondudeScore: 5/5

Why cant we buyThis movie is a classic. should be able to buy.Maandpa123Score: 5/5

All time classic...I remember this movie from when I was younger. And still like it a lot. This movie is more entertaining than a lot of released films these days. Thanks for having it on itunes..Lightningjack0_1Score: 4/5

SillyThe movie was silly really. Kind of entertaining. I wouldn't pay any more then 4.99 for the movie...SRGRMBScore: 3/5

Under-ratedThis is one of the most under-rated Arnie movies and I would love it if itunes would allow you to buy it. How often do you have two Govenors in one movie?.Nibbles4Score: 5/5

JamesbondClassic Arnold,you get to see the family feud guy!.Jamesbond1971Score: 4/5

The govenatorGlad I could finally buy this classic! A much better movie than people think. A common theme for movies of this era. Full of Arnie's one liners! Sure to please any Arnold fans!.WangchukScore: 5/5

Just badIf you have read the book and then you watch the movie... what a big disappointment this movie is. It does not follow the book..MrAAAScore: 2/5

Running Man is one of my favourite action movies.I’m not one for long reviews, so I’ll be brief. If you love Arnie, this is the movie for you. It’s got great pacing, good action, awesome music and just the right amount of 80’s cheese to make it perfectly nostalgic. The premise of the movie is actually quite smart too. It shows how bad media manipulation and voyeurism can get and how they’re harmful. Anyway, I can not recommend this movie enough. Give it a shot..Johnny LaRueScore: 5/5

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