The Glen Powell Cinematic Universe just blessed us with another installment: The Running Man. And it's coming to a theater near you. But if you're more interested in it coming to a laptop near you (while you lay in bed surrounded by snacks), same.
Based on a novel by Stephen King, the film takes place in "a near future society" and stars Glen Powell as Ben, who joins a reality show where "Runners" have to survive for 30 days while being hunted. As the official description puts it, "Ben’s defiance, instincts, and grit turn him into an unexpected fan favorite—and a threat to the entire system. As ratings skyrocket, so does the danger, and Ben must outwit not just the Hunters, but a nation addicted to watching him fall."
I'm in.
Here's what we know about when The Running Man is available to stream, and how to watch from the comfort of your own home. Or the comfort of your friend's couch because lord knows you aren't paying for another streaming service. Either way!
When Is The Running Man Available to Stream?
Nothing has been announced just yet, but probably in 1-2 months. The movie hit theaters on November 14, and will likely be exclusive to the big screen for about 4-6 weeks. More on that below!
How Can You Watch The Running Man?
The Running Man is produced and distributed by Paramount, which means the movie will end up on Paramount+. Per Collider, the studio announced that all their films "will stream directly on the streaming service after their theatrical run is through."
But...exactly how long are we talking?
Let's look at Gladiator II as an example! The film came out November 22, 2024. It then hit Paramount+ on January 21, 2025—almost exactly two months later. However! Paramount movies typically hit VOD first. For example, Gladiator II was available to rent/buy on platforms like AppleTV and Amazon Prime on December 24, 2024, about a month after theatrical release.
So, to recap...you can...
- Definitely watch The Running Man in theaters right now.
- Probably watch it on VOD in about a month.
- Probably watch it on Paramount+ in about two months.
FYI, Paramount+ is $12.99 per month with no ads, or you can spend $7.99 per month with ads. Or, even better, you can find a friend who is logged into their parents' account and watch it at their place.
Happy Glen Powell viewing!
