The Running Man (2025)

The Running Man (2025)

Author: Venganza Media, Inc. November 19, 2025 Duration: 2:10:50
America’s Got Tumult Glen Powell (Twisters) follows in the footsteps of Arnold Schwarzenegger by continuing the weird flex he began on a lethal reality show called The Running Man. Will TV producer Josh Brolin (Avengers: Endgame) cancel his star contestant before he sparks a political uprising with prepper Michael Cera (Arrested Development)? And does Stephen King’s downer dystopian novel from 1982 still reward audiences in 2025 when re-told by playful writer/director Edgar Wright (Shaun of the Dead)? Listen Now to hear the podcasters’ final words on this remake. 🎧 Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | YouTube Android | Podbean | Tunein | iHeartRadio Pocket Casts | Podchase | Radio.com 🚩 Follow us: TikTok | Facebook | Instagram | Threads | BlueSky, | X (formerly Twitter)   💬 Join the Conversation: Facebook Group | Reddit   ❤️ Support us: Patreon | Patreon Digital Shop

Ever wondered what happens when you follow a film series all the way to its often-ignored third sequel or that straight-to-video spin-off? That’s the entire premise of Now Playing-The Movie Review Podcast. Hosted by three reviewers from Venganza Media, Inc. who blend deep cinephile knowledge with a playful, conversational tone, this show commits to the marathon. They don’t just review the iconic first film; they dedicate a full episode to every subsequent movie in a franchise-every sequel, reboot, and offshoot gets its due. Their in-depth discussions are less like formal critiques and more like the best kind of movie talk with friends, weaving together the production’s backstory, the original literary sources if they exist, industry gossip, and even the weird world of merchandising. They approach each film with both genuine humor and sharp critical insight, treating the beloved and the baffling with equal curiosity. Whether it’s a blockbuster universe or a niche series you forgot existed, no cinematic territory is considered too obscure or too sacred for their analysis. With a library boasting over 1,500 reviews, this podcast offers a uniquely comprehensive and entertaining deep dive into the stories behind the stories on screen.
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