Stephen King praises Edgar Wright's adaptation of 'The Running Man' as a modern-day 'Die Hard', sparking excitement among fans. The acclaimed author, known for his love of action and sci-fi, has previewed the film and shared his thoughts on social media. Wright, a self-proclaimed fan of Arnold Schwarzenegger's version, aimed to bring the essence of Stephen King's novel to the big screen. In an interview, Wright expressed his desire to adapt the book, stating, 'I like the film but I like the book more, and they didn't really adapt the book.' He continued, 'Nobody's [done] that book. So when that came up, I was thinking, and Simon Kinberg says, 'Do you have any interest in The Running Man?' I said, 'You know what? I’ve often thought that that book is something crying out to be adapted.' Now, that doesn’t mean that it’s easy! [Laughs] But it’s something that we are working on, yes.' The new trailer, which King praised as a 'bipartisan thrill ride', has generated buzz, with King himself calling it 'fantastic' and comparing it to the iconic 'Die Hard'. The film's cast includes a talented ensemble, featuring Katy O'Brian, Daniel Ezra, Josh Brolin, Lee Pace, Michael Cera, Emilia Jones, David Zayas, Colman Domingo, Chi Lewis-Parry, Jayme Lawson, and William H. Macy. The Running Man is set to hit theaters on November 14, promising an action-packed adventure that fans of the original novel and action movies alike are eager to see.
