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Blu_Ray edition , 100% uncut , english and german audio : Set in a totalitarian society. Ben Richards is a cop who was blamed for a massacre which wasn't his fault. He would be sent to prison and breaks out with some other inmates. He tries to escape but the woman whom he dragged into his plan turns him over to the authorities. Damon Killian, who is the host of THE RUNNING MAN a game show wherein convicted felons are given the chance to run to freedom but have to elude the stalkers; men who hunt them down and kill them in gruesome manners. When he learns that Richards has been caught, he wants him to be the show's next contestant. After being brought to Killian, Richards turns him down, Killian then reveals to Richards that his two friends who were in prison with him and who broke out with him have been caught, so unless Richards does the show they will. But on the night of the show, Richards is set to go but Killian also reveals that Richards two friends are going with him. Richards tells Killian that he will be back. But first !
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Always had a soft spot for this cheesy but entertaining Arnie vehicle.
The story is set in the future about a uber-violent tv gameshow where convicts are forced to fight to the death in some quite elaborate ways.
Cue some classic Arnie one-liners, action and chase sequences, topped off with a great ending.
Features the great Yaphet Kotto, and the lovely Maria Conchita Alonso.
Trivia; Maria and Arnie, both faced the alien 'Predator', Arnie in the original Predator (Special Edition) [1987] and Maria in the unimaginably titled but underrated Predator sequel Predator 2 (2 Disc Special Edition) [1990], also similarly set in a violent future.
This was of course before the alien-v-predator franchise tarnished it forever...
They've really pushed the boat out here on this 2 disc version, with a great remastered anamorphic,(unlike the standard version[ASIN:B00005JSGU The Running Man [1987] [1988]]] widescreen (and fullscreen) print, 5.1EX,6.1 DTS-ES soundtracks, commentaries, documentaries etc. making this the definitive DVD version to get.
Note; although listed as region 1, i tested it in both a region 1 and 2 locked player, and it appears there is no regional coding applied, and why indeed should any older title such as this have any?
The story is set in the future about a uber-violent tv gameshow where convicts are forced to fight to the death in some quite elaborate ways.
Cue some classic Arnie one-liners, action and chase sequences, topped off with a great ending.
Features the great Yaphet Kotto, and the lovely Maria Conchita Alonso.
Trivia; Maria and Arnie, both faced the alien 'Predator', Arnie in the original Predator (Special Edition) [1987] and Maria in the unimaginably titled but underrated Predator sequel Predator 2 (2 Disc Special Edition) [1990], also similarly set in a violent future.
This was of course before the alien-v-predator franchise tarnished it forever...
They've really pushed the boat out here on this 2 disc version, with a great remastered anamorphic,(unlike the standard version[ASIN:B00005JSGU The Running Man [1987] [1988]]] widescreen (and fullscreen) print, 5.1EX,6.1 DTS-ES soundtracks, commentaries, documentaries etc. making this the definitive DVD version to get.
Note; although listed as region 1, i tested it in both a region 1 and 2 locked player, and it appears there is no regional coding applied, and why indeed should any older title such as this have any?
42 of 46 people found the following review helpful
By Grahamzombie
Format:Blu-ray
I have just watched this so called UNCUT version of The Running Man blu ray.
I noticed quickly that bits were missing!
It does not list the running time in the listing,it is 93 minutes,
My DVD version is 101 minutes,clearly this is 8 minutes less.
I am very disappointed with this version.
The sound is much improved but the picture is only
Marginally better than the DVD.
I hope this helps potential buyers.
I noticed quickly that bits were missing!
It does not list the running time in the listing,it is 93 minutes,
My DVD version is 101 minutes,clearly this is 8 minutes less.
I am very disappointed with this version.
The sound is much improved but the picture is only
Marginally better than the DVD.
I hope this helps potential buyers.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
I ordered this German import Blu ray version of The Running Man with some trepidation, having seen a couple of reviews complaining of the movie being cut etc. If you are concerned about this or any other issues then my advice is: don't be, buy it! For starters the Blu ray comes in one of the thin style Blu ray cases, and the description on the back is all in German (given that this is the only region B release available at present, I can live with that), and the primary soundtrack language is German although this can be changed either with the audio button on your remote or via the menu screen. The back of the box states that it has either a German or English Dolby 2.0 soundtrack, and the running time is 96 mins. Both of these things are WRONG. The disc does indeed have a German Dolby 2.0 soundtrack, but also contains both an English DTS 5.1 AND German DTS 5.1 soundtrack. The running time of the feature is 100m43s (I think the 96min runtime may not include the end credits, but this is always included in the runtimes listed for movies). The transfer is good, not amazing, but the best I have seen this film look ( I have it on DVD and VHS), and certainly well worth the upgrade. So to sum up: you can either buy a multi-region Blu ray player and get the US release, wait for an English region B release, or buy this German import. I opted for the latter and am pleased that I did- buy with confidence!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I was kind of late purchasing a video recorder back in the day's, but when i did,i rushed to the local video shop (you dont see these nowadays!) to rent a video to "break my duck". The guy at the counter watched me wandering around in cicles looking cluelessly at his stock. "I bet you will like this" he said, handing me "The Running Man". Well i could'nt wait to get home and try it out on my new machine! What a great surprise i got, great entertainment from Arnie and co, Sc-fi at its best! I thought it was great back then, still do now, well worth my 5 star rating.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By warrior84
Format:DVD
If you love 80s films you will love this none stop action classic arnie one-liners.
Have to mention jesse ventura who is brilliant as capt freedom the former wrestling champion although killian in the film thinks hes a hasbeen, capt freedom comes in with funny as hell guns things on his arms.
A must see for all those arnie fans.
Have to mention jesse ventura who is brilliant as capt freedom the former wrestling champion although killian in the film thinks hes a hasbeen, capt freedom comes in with funny as hell guns things on his arms.
A must see for all those arnie fans.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By clownfoot
Format:DVD
It's an Arnie classic, although highly humourous to view a film about the future so stuck in the eighties. Resonates with all the reality TV on screen nowdays, although you can't help thinking Big Brother would be improved greatly if Jade Goody was forced to "Climb for Dollars." Arnie quips his way through the film only to be out quipped by a marvellous Richard Dawson (even good ole La Fours gets a quality last line) and a fantastic Jesse Ventura hairpiece. A solid entertaining sci-fi actioner, although certainly showing its age!
14 of 17 people found the following review helpful
By D. J. Burton
TOP 500 REVIEWER
Format:DVD
This film boasts many superb features: Classic 80's soundtrack, quality hair-do's, fashion to be proud of, and of course - Arnie in one of his best performances. It's hard to go wrong!
Anyone buying this DVD should not be interested in acting quality, depth of plot, or political correctness. But I don't think anyone will be - and therefore this film delivers exactly what you want - action, witty one-liners, a feel good plot, some nostalgia even, suspense and just general no-nonsense entertainment in abundance. You can't go wrong if you buy this DVD cos it's Arnie in one of his best films, and that's saying something!
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Old film but still worth watching
I remember seeing this film when I was a kid and loved it. Although a little dated now, it is still worth viewing.
Schwarzenegger in his younger days!
Schwarzenegger in his younger days!
Published 15 hours ago by Gayle McKenzie
5.0 out of 5 stars
great
This is the same film that is on DVD but in BLU-RAY it is even better.I already have it on DVD and I play that on my DVD player in another room.
Published 21 days ago by Peter John Ives
2.0 out of 5 stars
unplayable
I star as the dvd arrived very promptly and 1 star as it seems to be the film I wanted but unfortunately I cannot play the film as its in the wrong format which I don't think was... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Jl Robinson
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not the uncut version as advertised
As i hsve purchased this simply as it claimed to be uncut. As the owner of the normal uk dvd i can tell you that there is no difference or added footage. Read more
Published 1 month ago by kevin akers
4.0 out of 5 stars
good film
good film from the past, with arny its a view of the future which is tv mad for a film which is like this and a bit more upto date see the hunger games
Published 1 month ago by Stephen Blackwell
5.0 out of 5 stars
Its time, to start RUNNINGGGGGGGGG!!!
Sure there have been other Movies set in the future, where society is controlled through Force by a Totalitarian Government, who uses the Media to influence the Masses! Read more
Published 1 month ago by Darren
1.0 out of 5 stars
German DVD
This BluRay is a german import and you need to put the film into English audio to watch.
The Bluray picture quality is poor and in some parts of the film its awful! Read more
The Bluray picture quality is poor and in some parts of the film its awful! Read more
Published 2 months ago by Chris
3.0 out of 5 stars
Running man is entertaining and mindless fun but once you have seen it...
In my opinion i would not reccomend to anyone who likes a solid action film , this is mindless it takes on voilence in a stupid way and its got some ridicolous characters . Read more
Published 3 months ago by juliedilworth
4.0 out of 5 stars
Forgot how good this film was!
I'd remembered liking the plot behind this film after first seeing it in the 80's. The recent film 'Hunger Games' reminded me to take another look at running man, with me half... Read more
Published 4 months ago by V.Roberts
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Running Man
The Running Man. Its an old movie and very corny, but I have always liked it.
I think the special effects are pretty good for its time
I think the special effects are pretty good for its time
Published 4 months ago by Jackie Cooper
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