The critically acclaimed dystopian thriller by Stephen King, titled “The Long Walk“, has secured a flawless review from critics before its upcoming premiere in UK cinemas next week.
Following a highly enthusiastic response from an initial public screening last month, the film was launched with a perfect 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 16 reviews.
As a devoted Stephen King enthusiast, I found myself immersed in an adaptation of his 1979 novel, sharing the same name. The narrative unfolds from my perspective as part of a band of resilient youths navigating through a grim, dystopian rendition of America. Together, we embark on a perilous voyage with the hope that it will transform our lives forever.
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In an endless walkathon with no end point, the one who persists in continuing their journey is the winner, receiving a lifetime’s worth of rewards.
Initial responses indicate that the movie is being hailed as one of the strongest Stephen King film adaptations in quite some time, a powerful production that leaves an enduring impact on viewers. Put simply, it seems this film has the ability to stay with you for quite a while after watching.
Critics have also labeled the film as “intensely emotional, compelling, and intricate,” deeming it as one of the standout horror films of the year according to Collider.
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Cooper Hoffman from Licorice Pizza and David Jonsson from Alien: Romulus headline the youthful ensemble of this movie. Meanwhile, Mark Hamill, known for his role in Star Wars, portrays a terrifying character named Major.
The breakout star Roman Griffin Davis from JoJo Rabbit, Charlie Plummer known for Lean on Pete, Ben Wang who appeared in Karate Kid: Legends, and Judy Greer make up the principal ensemble.
Francis Lawrence, best known for his work on The Hunger Games series, directed the film.
Screenwriter JT Mollner crafted the script for the film “Strange Darling,” which was based on a novel penned by Stephen King under his pseudonym, Richard Bachman.
After the debut of “The Life of Chuck”, several more works based on Stephen King’s literature are set to appear on our screens, among them is the high-octane thriller “The Running Man” starring Glenn Powell.
The Long Walk is in cinemas on 12 September.
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2025-09-02 19:50