By 2017, the global economy has collapsed and U.S. 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.<br /><br />Director<br />Paul Michael Glaser<br />Writers<br />Stephen King -Steven E. de Souza<br />Stars<br />Arnold Schwarzenegger -Maria Conchita Alonso -Yaphet Kotto
