Stephen King Reacts to The Running Man Changing His Original Ending: “It’s faithful enough”

Stephen King Praises Edgar Wright’s "The Running Man" Remake

Stephen King has expressed approval of Edgar Wright’s upcoming remake of The Running Man, starring Glen Powell. The film, based on King's 1982 novel written under the pseudonym Richard Bachman, features a different ending from the original book. Despite the changes, King considers it “faithful enough” to satisfy fans while offering something new and exciting.

King’s Support for the New Version

In an interview with Variety, Edgar Wright shared that he contacted Stephen King before the film’s New York Comic-Con panel to get his reaction. King responded with enthusiastic support:

“I absolutely loved it. It’s faithful enough to the book to keep the fans happy, but different enough to make it exciting for me.”

Contrast with the 1987 Adaptation

While King is pleased with the new remake, he expressed disappointment with the original 1987 film starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. Despite many adaptations of his works, the first The Running Man movie did not meet his expectations.

Key Details on The Running Man

With King’s blessings and Edgar Wright’s visionary direction, the remake promises a fresh and thrilling sci-fi experience for fans.

Author's summary: Stephen King praises Edgar Wright’s remake of The Running Man as a faithful yet exciting reimagining, contrasting it with his disappointment in the 1987 film.

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