Director Francis Lawrence (The Hunger Games) has successfully translated Stephen King’s harrowing debut novel, “The Long Walk,” to the big screen. Following a successful theatrical run that grossed $57.6 million and earned an 87% “Certified Fresh” rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the dystopian thriller is now making its way to home libraries.
The Story
In a totalitarian version of America, the ultimate game show demands the ultimate price. One hundred teenage boys begin a non-stop walking contest. The rules are simple: maintain a speed of 4 mph. If you stop or slow down, you get a warning. Three warnings, and you are executed. The last boy standing receives whatever his heart desires—but he will be the only one left alive.
The ensemble cast features Cooper Hoffman, David Jonsson, and Roman Griffin Davis, supported by industry veterans Judy Greer and Mark Hamill.
Release Dates & Formats
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Digital / PVOD: Available now (October 21).
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Blu-ray, DVD & Amazon Exclusive SteelBook: December 25.
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Standard 4K UHD Combo: Arriving just before Christmas on December 23.
Special Features: The home release is packed with extras, including a multi-part documentary on the making of the film.
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Documentary: “Ever Onward: Making The Long Walk” (5 Chapters covering the journey from script to screen).
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Featurette: Stephen King: An Appreciation.
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Scene Read: Cooper & David.
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Exclusive: The 4K UHD SteelBook includes an Alternate Ending.
To celebrate the long-awaited Blu-ray and 4K launch, we’ve got a new featurette from the film below, featuring Cooper Hoffman as Garraty. You can find more featurettes here.
