Glen Powell in Talks to Join Edgar Wright's Stephen King Adaptation, The Running Man

Powell would play a game show host in the film, which is based on King's 1982 novel.

Glen Powell is in talks to join Edgar Wright's upcoming adaptation of Stephen King's The Running Man. Powell would play the role of Killian, a game show host who presides over the deadly competition at the center of the story. The film is scheduled to begin production this summer.

The Running Man is a dystopian novel set in a future where the United States is a totalitarian state.

The novel follows Ben Richards, a man who is framed for murder and forced to compete in a televised game show where he must fight for his life against a series of deadly opponents. The film adaptation is expected to be a faithful adaptation of the novel, and Powell is a great choice to play the role of Killian.

Powell is a rising star who has appeared in a number of films and television shows, including Scream Queens, Set It Up, and Top Gun: Maverick.

He is known for his charismatic performances and his ability to play a variety of roles. He is sure to bring his charisma and talent to the role of Killian and help make The Running Man a success.

Edgar Wright is a renowned director who is known for his stylish and visually inventive films, including Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, and Baby Driver.

He is a fan of King's work, and he is sure to bring his unique vision to the adaptation of The Running Man. With Wright at the helm and Powell in the lead role, The Running Man is sure to be a thrilling and suspenseful film.

Stephen King is one of the most popular and prolific authors of all time.

His novels have been adapted into numerous films and television shows, including The Shining, Carrie, and IT. The Running Man is one of his most iconic novels, and it is sure to be a faithful adaptation in the hands of Wright and Powell.