Edgar Wright, director of the new film based on Stephen King’s The Running Man, recently revealed what the author liked most about the remake. While the story was previously adapted into a movie in 1987, Wright completely reimagined King’s 1982 novel, creating a dystopian action film that tones down some of the original story’s darker themes.
In an interview with GamesRadar+, director Frank Darabont explained how crucial Stephen King’s approval was for his adaptation of the story, originally published under King’s pseudonym, Richard Bachman. Although the core story remains the same, the film does make some significant changes, and King reportedly supported Darabont’s vision, even praising the new ending.
From the beginning, we decided to approach the adaptation in a fresh way while still capturing the original story’s energy and heart. We wanted to maintain the essence of the book, but present it differently.
It was really rewarding to know Stephen King had to approve the adaptation. We actually sent him the script for his okay during production, and he ended up loving it, even telling us he thought we nailed the ending.
The Major Challenge of Making a Stephen King Adaptation That Stephen King Actually Likes
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Stephen King’s books have been turned into movies, TV shows, and plays countless times. While some adaptations have been successful, others haven’t quite captured the spirit of his stories. Fans always get excited about new adaptations, but ultimately, Stephen King himself is the best person to decide how well his work translates to the screen or stage.
For years, Stephen King has generally been understanding when it comes to adaptations of his work, often choosing not to publicly object to changes. But earning his enthusiastic support is a major goal for anyone wanting to bring his stories to the screen. Writer Michael Wright described the intense feeling of responsibility that came with actually making The Running Man after King approved the screenplay he co-wrote with Michael Bacall.
When he said that, we felt good, but it also added pressure – we really had to deliver. Making a movie always involves trying to meet your own expectations, even the vision I had when I first read the story as a teenager. But now, we also had to satisfy Stephen King’s vision, so it felt like we were making the movie for him alone.
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