Colman Domingo In The Running Man

November is shaping up to be a big month for Colman Domingo! The Emmy-winning actor is freshly announced as the voice of the Cowardly Lion in Wicked: For Good. He explores a drastically different persona. He takes on this new role in The Running Man. It is a gripping, futuristic thriller. It features an all-star cast, including Glen Powell, Josh Brolin, Jayme Lawson, Daniel Ezra, and William H. Macy.

The newly released trailer gives audiences their first look at Domingo as Bobby Thompson. He is the commanding and charismatic host of a deadly reality game show. This show dominates the airwaves in this chilling reimagining of the classic story. His character’s intensity and showmanship offer a fascinating contrast to his upcoming role in Wicked. This highlights the remarkable versatility that continues to make Domingo one of Hollywood’s most in-demand performers.

Set in a near-future society obsessed with entertainment, The Running Man is the highest-rated television program. In this brutal competition, contestants known as “Runners” must survive for 30 days while being hunted by professional assassins. Each day survived brings a bigger cash reward, but at a staggering cost.

At the heart of the story is Ben Richards (Glen Powell). He is a working-class man who is desperate to save his ailing daughter. Convinced by the show’s charming but ruthless producer, Dan Killian (Josh Brolin), Ben enters the game as a last resort. What follows is a thrilling battle for survival. Ben’s defiance and courage turn him into an unexpected fan favorite. He becomes a threat to the corrupt system that created the show in the first place.

The film also stars William H. Macy, Lee Pace, and Emilia Jones. It includes Michael Cera, Daniel Ezra, and Jayme Lawson. Colman Domingo and Josh Brolin round out a powerhouse lineup. Behind the scenes, The Running Man is produced by Simon Kinberg, Nira Park, and Edgar Wright. The executive producers are George Linder, James Biddle, Rachael Prior, Audrey Chon, Pete Chiappetta, Anthony Tittanegro, and Andrew Lary.

For Colman Domingo, The Running Man marks another high-profile addition to an already stellar year. From Rustin to The Color Purple and now Wicked: For Good, his range continues to impress. He proves that he can seamlessly move between commanding dramatic roles and imaginative, genre-bending worlds.Prepare to see Colman Domingo redefine what it means to run the show.

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