‘Running Man’ Will Have a New, Stephen King-Approved Ending

The classic Stephen King novel "The Running Man" is getting a new movie adaptation, and the ending will have the approval of the author himself. The original 1987 film starring Arnold Schwarzenegger had a significantly different conclusion compared to King's book, which he was not satisfied with. This new version, helmed by director Edgar Wright, is set to stay true to King's vision. Wright has collaborated closely with the author to ensure the ending aligns with his original intentions. The changes aim to provide a more impactful and true-to-the-source-material conclusion for the story of a dystopian future where contestants compete to the death for a chance to win a large cash prize. While details of the new ending remain under wraps, the involvement of both King and Wright suggests a more faithful adaptation that will likely resonate with fans of the original novel. The updated "Running Man" is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the classic narrative while preserving its core themes and message.