The Running Man Locations

The Running Man is an American dystopian sci-fi movie based on Stephen King's novel of the same name. Directed by Edgar Wright and written by Michael Bacal and Wright, the film stars Glen Powell, William H. Macy, Lee Pace, Michael Cera, Josh Brolin, Emilia Jones, Sean Hayes, Daniel Ezra, Jayme Lawson, and Colman Domingo. It premiered on 5 November 2025 at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square and was released on 14 November 2025 in the United States.

In a near-future society, The Running Man is a deadly game show where contestants can flee anywhere, but professional assassins hunt them for the entertainment of a bloodthirsty audience. A desperate father trying to save his sick daughter, Ben Richards enters the game, and his courage turns him into an unexpected fan favorite and a threat to the entire system.

Fun Facts

Stephen King's novel was published in 1982 and is set in the year 2025, which is also the release date of the adaptation.

Where Was The Running Man Filmed?

The Running Man was filmed in London, England, and Glasgow, Scotland. The street scenes were filmed in and around Battersea and Wembley, London. Filming locations included Canary Wharf, a financial district of London located on the Isle of Dogs. The interior scenes were shot at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, located outside of London. Wembley Stadium and Brent Civic Centre were among the real-life locations featured in the film. Buchanan Street Bus Station in Glasgow served as the stand-in for the South Boston transit station. Additional filming took place in Bulgaria.