The Running Man gives the Stephen King classic a modern update that also infuses the final fate of Ben Richards with a clear societal message. Based on the novel of the same name, The Running Man focuses on Ben Richards' inclusion in a lethal reality TV game show where he must avoid being killed for 30 days.

As he evades capture and execution, Richards sees the full extent of the government's control over society and accidentally becomes a symbol of resistance. It all builds to a brutal but rewarding finale, where Richards' example turns him into more than just a competitor. Here's Ben Richard's fate in The Running Man and what it all means, explained.

Does Ben Richards Survive The Running Man?

Richards grimacing as he grabs a policeman's taser wand in The Running Man

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