Running man

Running Man

Stephen King • 1982 • Bachman Books

Overview

In a dystopian America, Ben Richards enters the ultimate reality show where contestants run for their lives on live television. Each hour he survives brings money to his family; every hunter he outwits raises the stakes. The novel dissects media spectacle, economic despair, and the price of entertainment.

Who it's for

• Readers of dystopian social commentary
• Fans of fast-paced chase narratives
• Those interested in media critique

Key features

• Language: English
• Publisher: Signet
• Part of the Richard Bachman series
• First published 1982