Colman Domingo Cast as Game Show Host in The Running Man Remake
Director Edgar Wright’s reboot of The Running Man, a 1987 classic, has cast Colman Domingo as the game show host, a role originally played by Richard Dawson. This news comes after the announcement that Josh Brolin will be playing the show producer, Dan Killian. According to Deadline, Domingo has been cast in the role, which will play a significant part in the story as the game unfolds.
This casting marks a notable addition to the film as it provides a fresh take on the character of the game show host. Domingo’s portrayal of a sly and charismatic character in Fear the Walking Dead and his recent recognition with an Oscar nomination for Best Actor in 2023 for biopic Rustin and a Golden Globe nomination for prison drama Sing Sing solidify his position as a talented actor.
The Running Man remake is based on the 1982 novel of the same name by Stephen King and deviates from the original film. This means that Domingo’s game show host, while an iconic character, will not be the main villain. Instead, he will have a distinct role, allowing him to bring a new level of charisma to the character.
The film, set to release on November 7, 2025, stars Glen Powell as Ben Richards, a participant in the deadly game, alongside Katy O’Brian and Daniel Ezra as other contestants. Karl Glusman is cast as a hunter, and Josh Brolin as Dan Killian, the show producer.
What does this casting mean for The Running Man remake? For one, it provides an opportunity for Domingo to bring his charismatic presence to a new role, one that could be distinct from the original. The fact that he has already played a charismatic character in the past, such as Victor Strand in Fear the Walking Dead, suggests that he can harness that talent as the game show host. The Running Man reboot has a strong chance of being as memorable as the original.
Colman Domingo’s addition to the cast also indicates that the film will focus on the themes of survival and societal manipulation within a high-stakes televised spectacle. With Domingo’s talent and charisma, the game show host is likely to be a defining aspect of the film.