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Glen Powell has been everywhere this past week with the premiere of The Running Man reboot dominating headlines. At Sunday’s New York City premiere alongside Colman Domingo, Powell was celebrated for stepping into Arnold Schwarzenegger’s iconic shoes in this reimagined thriller, which is drawing attention for sticking closer to Stephen King’s original novel than its 1987 predecessor according to UPI. Powell’s interpretation as Ben Richards, a desperate everyman forced into a televised death game to save his daughter, marks a significant shift from the macho action archetype and is viewed as a compelling, timely update. Critics and fans alike have noted his bruising, physical performance, including daring stunts involving abseiling in just a bath towel—a detail Powell himself joked about in recent interviews with RTE.
Notably, Arnold Schwarzenegger attended a private screening and gave Powell his blessing, telling him, “It must have hurt!” Powell admitted to AFP that the pain was real but the endorsement from an action legend meant a lot. Tom Cruise, Powell’s costar in Top Gun: Maverick, also publicly celebrated Powell’s work in The Running Man in coverage by AOL, writing that Powell “crushed it”—a phrase that quickly caught on across social media where fans and numerous industry insiders reposted both Cruise’s comments and clips from the film.
In conversation with Men’s Journal, Powell reflected on his rapid career rise since Top Gun: Maverick, revealing that his Hulu comedy Chad Powers is officially renewed for a second season, with filming slated for January 2026. Powell’s production company just inked a new deal with Universal Pictures, signaling a move into more writing and producing, reminiscent of Stallone’s career trajectory.
Powell made multiple media appearances, including a candid chat on The Graham Norton Show broadcast November 7. There, he shared that he originally auditioned for Miles Teller’s role in Top Gun but was convinced by Tom Cruise to stay on for the part of Hangman—advice Powell now credits for changing his life.
On the social sphere, Powell’s name trended following viral clips of his towel-clad stunts and Cruise’s praise, with frequent mentions on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok especially after fan accounts shared photos from The Running Man premiere and behind-the-scenes moments.
Industry observers agree that Powell’s transition from supporting roles to leading man—and his willingness to tackle complex, deeply relevant characters—makes him one of Hollywood’s most significant breakout talents in 2025. He’s currently attached to lead a new fantasy film from Lost creator J.J. Abrams, further cementing his future as a multifaceted star and producer. No major scandals or rumors have surfaced; all attention for now is centered on Powell’s ascent and the critical reception of his latest film.
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