Advance Screenings of “The Long Walk” Debut in New York and Michigan

An advance screening of Stephen King’s dystopian thriller “The Long Walk” drew enthusiastic audiences Monday, September 8, 2025, at Regal Union Square in New York and at MJR Troy Cinema in Michigan. Lionsgate and community partners hosted free preview events ahead of the film’s wide release on September 12, offering fans an early glimpse of the brutal endurance contest at the heart of the story.

The community-focused screenings build buzz for Francis Lawrence’s adaptation of King’s first novel, spotlighting its harrowing premise and elite cast. Free admission and promotional contests allowed local cinephiles and cinema club members to secure coveted seats, emphasizing Lionsgate’s efforts to engage grassroots audiences in major markets.

Regal Union Square in Manhattan opened its doors to the NYC for FREE community, granting two separate screening times and distributing exclusive “Long Walk” merchandise to attendees. Meanwhile, MJR Troy Cinema partnered with CinemaNerdz for a contest that awarded preview passes to lucky winners, who were invited to a special 7:00 PM showing and provided with thematic giveaways, including collectible film stills and director-signed posters.

Both events featured brief introductions by promotional partners and offered early reactions on social media, praising Cooper Hoffman’s lead performance and the film’s unflinching depiction of its violent stakes. With positive word-of-mouth already circulating, “The Long Walk” is poised to make a strong debut when it hits theatres nationwide this Friday.