By 2017, the global economy has collapsed and U.S. society has become a totalitarian police state, censoring all cultural activity. The government pacifies the populace by broadcasting a number of game shows in which convicted criminals fight for their lives, including the gladiator-style The Running Man, hosted by the ruthless Damon Killian, where “runners” attempt to evade “stalkers” and certain death for a chance to be pardoned and set free.

Arnold Schwarzeneggeras Ben Richards
Richard Dawsonas Damon Killian
María Conchita Alonsoas Amber Mendez
Yaphet Kottoas William Laughlin
Jim Brownas Fireball
Jesse Venturaas Captain Freedom
Erland van Lidthas Dynamo
Professor Toru Tanakaas Subzero