“OMG! All I have to say is, the viewers are going to be so taken aback with this adaptation! The film was incredibly powerful, gripping, and BEYOND quite shocking. It truly stands out as a perfect adaptation of the Stephen King source material, which is often a challenge with his works. The project encompasses many grueling moments and physical struggles that really contribute to its intense atmosphere. A very unforgettable cinematic experience.”
“OMG! All I have to say is, the viewers are going to be so taken aback with this adaptation! The film was incredibly powerful, gripping, and BEYOND quite shocking. It truly stands out as a perfect adaptation of the Stephen King source material, which is often a challenge with his works. The project encompasses many grueling moments and physical struggles that really contribute to its intense atmosphere. A very unforgettable cinematic experience.”
About “The Long Walk”
Francis Lawrence, the visionary director behind “The Hunger Games” franchise, is bringing Stephen King’s first-written novel, “The Long Walk”, to the big screen.
This highly anticipated adaptation is an intense, chilling, and emotional thriller that promises to challenge audiences with the haunting question: how far could you go? Super early buzz suggests it’s a brutal, riveting, and even traumatizing adaptation of Stephen King’s tyrannical narrative.
For those unfamiliar with the premise, “The Long Walk” is a dystopian story set in a totalitarian America, where one hundred teenage boys are forced to participate in a brutal, state-sponsored walking contest. The rules are unforgiving: all participants must maintain a minimum speed of four miles per hour, and three warnings for slowing down result in permanent elimination, meaning execution. The contest continues until only one boy remains, who wins “The Prize” — anything they desire for the rest of their life.
The novel, originally published under King’s pseudonym Richard Bachman, is a profound meditation on human endurance, psychological terror, and the sheer will to survive under extreme duress. The film features a talented cast including Cooper Hoffman, David Jonsson, Garrett Wareing, and many others, and is produced by Roy Lee, Steven Schneider, Francis Lawrence, and Cameron MacConomy, with a screenplay by JT Mollner. The film is scheduled for release in theaters on September 12, 2025.
Shaboozey Appearance:
Shaboozey made a special appearance at the advance screening of “THE LONG WALK” at The Grove. He truly stunned attendees with his introduction to the film and the debut of his original end-credit song, “Took a Walk.”
During his introduction, Shaboozey passionately spoke about his admiration for Stephen King, the inspiration behind his songwriting process for this particular track, and his collaboration with duet partner Stephen Wilson Jr. on “Took a Walk.” The song is a powerful and original piece that was specifically inspired by the film, adding another layer to the cinematic experience.
Official Trailer:
