Behind-the-Scenes: ‘The Long Walk’ Marches into Theaters

Ready for a film that will keep you on the edge of your seat and get you thinking? The film adaptation of Stephen King’s chilling novel, The Long Walk, is here!

For those who don’t know the story, it’s about as dark as it gets. In a dystopian future, 100 teenage boys are forced into a brutal, non-stop walking contest. The rules are ruthless and straightforward: if you fall below a certain speed, you’re out of the game—permanently. The only prize is for the single survivor: a granted wish. However, the cost is steep. Ninety-nine boys will die.

We follow the march through the eyes of Raymond Garraty (played by Cooper Hoffman), a resilient 16-year-old walker. He and the other boys push themselves to their physical and mental limits. Along the way, they form a tense mix of friendships and rivalries.

The film is directed by Francis Lawrence, who you might know from his work on The Hunger Games franchise, so you can be sure the story is in good hands. The impressive cast includes David Jonsson, Garrett Wareing, Tut Nyout, Charlie Plummer, Ben Wang, Jordan Gonzalez, Joshua Odjick, Roman Griffin Davis, and horror legends Judy Greer and Mark Hamill.

So get ready for a grueling and emotional journey when The Long Walk marches into theaters today! Get your tickets now!

To get you ready for the dark journey ahead, we’ve got some behind-the-scenes images that tease the cast’s bond. The photos were taken by cast members Garrett Wareing and Charlie Plummer and feature other cast members, including Cooper Hoofman and David Jonsson.