Overview

• The film adaptation of Stephen King’s 1967 novel 'The Long Walk' is scheduled for theatrical release on September 12, 2025, as confirmed by Lionsgate.
• First-look images and an official trailer highlight the film’s bleak, dystopian tone and focus on character relationships over violence.
• Cooper Hoffman stars as Ray Garraty, with David Jonsson as Peter McVries and Mark Hamill portraying the enigmatic antagonist, The Major.
• The walking pace rule was adjusted from four miles per hour to three miles per hour based on King’s advice, making the contest more realistic for the screen.
• Director Francis Lawrence emphasizes the story’s emotional depth, focusing on the bonds between participants rather than a traditional death competition dynamic.