"Glen Powell Set to Headline Edgar Wright's 'The Running Man' Remake"

Glen Powell has been cast in Edgar Wright's remake of "The Running Man," based on Stephen King's novel. The project was announced at CinemaCon 2024 and will be released by Paramount. Wright aims to stay faithful to the source material and create a standalone film that aligns more closely with the original book. Powell, known for his roles in "Hit Man" and "Anyone But You," has several other projects in the works, including a football comedy TV series and a Broadway debut, as well as appearing in the upcoming sequel "Twisters."