Jayme Lawson is closing out an incredible year with one of 2025’s most anticipated films — Edgar Wright’s The Running Man. The high-octane reimagining of Stephen King’s dystopian thriller stars Glen Powell as Ben Richards, a man forced into a deadly televised competition, with Lawson portraying Sheila — a grounded, resilient woman whose story redefines the heart of the film.
Following her standout performance in Ryan Coogler’s Sinners, Lawson sat down with BLEX Media to discuss the project, the film’s timely message about our obsession with screens, and how living an intentional life off-camera helped her connect to Sheila’s humanity. She also reflects on the balance between art and real life, sharing how The Running Man challenges audiences to rethink what connection really means in a world addicted to spectacle.
Watch the full conversation as Lawson dives into the film’s themes, her creative process, and what makes The Running Man one of fall’s most talked-about releases.