Edgar Wright Reveals a Hidden Brolin Family Easter Egg in The Running Man
Edgar Wright, director of The Running Man, shared an intriguing Easter egg involving actor Josh Brolin and his family in the film adaptation of Stephen King's novel.
The Brolin Family Connection
Josh Brolin stars as the villain Dan Killian in the movie. Wright revealed that his father, James Brolin, also appears in the film, creating a subtle family nod.
Unexpected Casting Details
Wright explained that the presence of both Brolins was unplanned. James Brolin was cast first, appearing through a clip from his older film, Skyjacked, where he played a hijacker.
“Josh Brolin is not the only Brolin in this movie. By complete coincidence, his dad is in it as well,” Wright said. “So we wrote that in. We got the clip cleared — and this was all before Josh Brolin was cast as Killian. And then when Josh Brolin was cast, I suddenly said to him, ‘Hey, your dad’s in the movie too,’ because James Brolin plays the hijacker in Skyjacked.”
Behind the Easter Egg
This hidden detail deepens the meaning of the film by connecting Josh Brolin’s role to his father's legacy, offering fans a rewarding discovery behind the scenes.
Summary: Edgar Wright cleverly included a meaningful Easter egg in The Running Man, featuring both Josh Brolin and his father James, enriching the film’s depth through this family connection.
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