The Running Man screenplay – Scripts on Screen

Year:1987

Director:Paul Michael Glaser

Written by:Stephen King (Author), Steven E. de Souza (Author)

Script Synopsis:By 2017, the global economy has collapsed and American society has become a totalitarian police state, censoring all cultural activity. The government pacifies the populace by broadcasting a number of game shows in which convicted criminals fight for their lives, including the gladiator-style The Running Man, hosted by the ruthless Damon Killian, where “runners” attempt to evade “stalkers” and certain death for a chance to be pardoned and set free.

The Running Man Script Resources:

The Running Man Script at Horror Lair
The Running Man Script PDF - 9/29/86 REVISED FINAL at Script City ($)
The Running Man Script PDF at Script Fly ($)

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