Director Edgar Wright's 'The Running Man' Taps Cinematographer Chung Chung-hoon for Thrilling Action

Director Edgar Wright's upcoming film, 'The Running Man,' starring Glen Powell, is generating significant buzz, further amplified by the confirmed participation of acclaimed cinematographer Chung Chung-hoon.

'The Running Man' is a chase action blockbuster centered on Ben Richards (Glen Powell), an unemployed father who enters a global survival program for a chance to win a massive cash prize, tasked with surviving for 30 days against ruthless pursuers.

Chung Chung-hoon, known for his long-standing collaborations with director Park Chan-wook on films like 'Oldboy,' 'Lady Vengeance,' 'Thirst,' and 'The Handmaiden,' has consistently elevated the visual richness of projects with his detailed camera work.

He first made waves in Hollywood with 'Stoker,' becoming the first Korean cinematographer to do so, and has since showcased his exceptional visual flair and unique shooting sensibilities across diverse genres in 'It,' 'Wonka,' and the Disney+ series 'Obi-Wan Kenobi.'

This marks Chung's second collaboration with Edgar Wright, following 'Last Night in Soho.' For 'The Running Man,' Chung dynamically captured various perspectives, seamlessly shifting between the live broadcast feed and reality, creating an immersive and authentic action experience.

Wright expressed his excitement, stating, “Chung Chung-hoon always handles the camera and lighting in bold and innovative ways. The mere thought of working with such an artist on a futuristic sci-fi action film was incredibly exciting.”

Chung echoed this sentiment, remarking, “Working with Edgar Wright makes me feel like I’ve returned to my very first film set, filled with passion, tension, and excitement.” Their synergy is highly anticipated.

'The Running Man,' promising a visceral action experience thanks to Chung's vibrant cinematography, is set to be released on December 3, 2025.

Netizens are expressing high anticipation, with comments like 'Just seeing Chung Chung-hoon's name makes me excited,' 'Glen Powell's action combined with Chung's visuals will be legendary,' and 'Can't wait to see the Wright-Chung director-cinematographer combo.'