Glen Powell is “absolutely crushed,” with insiders reporting that the actor is devastated by the disappointing performance of his latest film, The Running Man. Once positioned as Hollywood’s next major action star, Powell is now reportedly dealing with the fallout of a movie he believed would redefine his trajectory.
Glen Powell devastated over The Running Man’s failure, sources suggest
Glen Powell is “embarrassed, shaken, and absolutely crushed” after The Running Man failed to take off at the box office.
According to Rob Shuter, the actor had viewed the high-budget project as a defining moment, more like a chance to claim the action-hero mantle long associated with icons like Tom Cruise. “He thought this was his Mission: Impossible moment,” one insider claimed. “He truly believed he was stepping into Cruise’s shoes — the stunts, the swagger, the global appeal.”
The reality proved far harsher. The $110 million film opened to just $17 million domestically, with a worldwide total of $28.1 million over its first weekend, leading studio executives to classify the debut as “a major global fail.” Outlet sources allege the steep numbers hit Powell particularly hard because of the long-standing narrative surrounding his rise. “He had been told — repeatedly — that he was the next Cruise. Then one movie underperforms, and suddenly everyone’s quiet,” a source claimed.
The film was released in theaters alongside Now You See Me: Now You Don’t, a franchise-backed release expected to provide direct competition. Industry observers anticipated a close race, or at minimum a strong second-place showing for Powell’s film. Instead, The Running Man fell short, weighed down by mixed-to-muted reviews that stalled audience interest.
For years, Glen Powell has been considered one of Hollywood’s most promising rising stars. A charismatic, versatile actor poised to fill the gap as legacy leading men like Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt shift into later phases of their careers. His strong fan base, range, and screen presence helped fuel industry speculation that he would soon dominate the blockbuster scenes.
Now, despite the setback, those close to Powell reportedly insist he will recover from the disappointment.
Originally reported by Devanshi Basu on Mandatory.com.
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