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The Long Walk

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From the highly anticipated adaptation of master storyteller Stephen King's first-written novel, and Francis Lawrence, the visionary director of The Hunger Games franchise films (Catching Fire, Mockingjay - Pts. 1 & 2 , and The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes), comes THE LONG WALK, an intense, chilling, and emotional thriller that challenges audiences to confront a haunting question: how far could you go?
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Critics Consensus

Cooper Hoffman and David Johnsson's soulful performances bring a lot of heart to Stephen King's dystopian tale, making The Long Walk a life-or-death ordeal for its characters but a riveting ride for audiences.

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The Long Walk is a dystopian emotional journey with strong King-esque vibes that thoughtfully navigates themes of morality without straying from its well-trodden path.

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Christy Lemire FilmWeek (LAist) Dec 31
It is not for the faint of hear, but it will stick with you. Go to Full Review Tim Cogshell FilmWeek (LAist) Dec 31
This weighed heavily on me, and it was very, very disturbing. Go to Full Review Wendy Ide Observer (UK) Oct 7
Notwithstanding the shockingly graphic splatter... this is unremittingly dull stuff. Go to Full Review Jared Mobarak Hey, Have You Seen ...? 2d
7/10
Sometimes it's nice to just let the mythology behind a dystopia serve as a backdrop for a tale of brotherly love that reminds us empathy and camaraderie are the truest form of rebellion against an authoritarian regime. Go to Full Review Graeme Tuckett The Post NZ Jan 1
4.5/5
One of the strongest thrillers of the year, and one of the best Stephen King adaptations for decades. Go to Full Review Eddie Harrison film-authority.com Dec 20
3/5
…a fairly gripping film that never resolves issues of why audiences should want to watch what is largely one long suffering show. It’s a moral horror film, but despite lofty intentions, The Long Walk doesn’t do enough to engage us… Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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1d Interesting concept. A bit long but it was a great watch! See more Jan 1 nobody died, L should have stayed, Derrick is him, Vecna got off easy See more Dec 30 made me cry really hard. 5/5 would recommend See more Dec 29 Definitely one of my favorite movies this year what a plot twist at the end See more Dec 21 it was a good movie overall definitely a must watch ending was surprising See more Dec 14 A well-paced movie that has lots of suspense and tragedy. One of the best adapted Stephen King stories! See more Read all reviews
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Francis Lawrence

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Cooper Hoffman

Raymond Garraty, #47

David Jonsson

Peter McVries, #23

Garrett Wareing

Stebbins, #38

Tut Nyuot

Arthur Baker, #6

Charlie Plummer

Gary Barkovitch, #5

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Synopsis From the highly anticipated adaptation of master storyteller Stephen King's first-written novel, and Francis Lawrence, the visionary director of The Hunger Games franchise films (Catching Fire, Mockingjay - Pts. 1 & 2 , and The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes), comes THE LONG WALK, an intense, chilling, and emotional thriller that challenges audiences to confront a haunting question: how far could you go?
Director
Francis Lawrence
Producer
Roy Lee, Steven Schneider, Francis Lawrence, Cameron MacConomy
Screenwriter
JT Mollner
Distributor
Lionsgate
Production Co
Vertigo Entertainment
Rating
R (Pervasive Language|Grisly Images|Sexual References|Strong Bloody Violence|Suicide)
Genre
Mystery & Thriller, Horror
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Sep 12, 2025, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 21, 2025
Box Office (Gross USA)
$35.1M
Runtime
1h 48m
Sound Mix
Dolby Atmos
Aspect Ratio
Digital 2.39:1
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