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Would YOU Survive The Long Walk?

Would YOU Survive The Long Walk?

Update: 2025-12-15
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In this episode of the Nerdy Up North Podcast, we break down The Long Walk and talk about both the book by Stephen King (Richard Bachman) and the movie adaptation. This dark dystopian story is one of King’s most disturbing concepts, and we explore how the story works on the page versus on screen.We discuss the plot, characters, themes, and psychological horror of The Long Walk, comparing the book and movie, what worked, what changed, and whether the adaptation lives up to the original novel. From the brutal rules of the walk to its deeper social commentary, we examine why this story continues to haunt audiences.Is The Long Walk better as a book or a movie? Would you survive the walk? Join the conversation and share your thoughts in the comments.

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Would YOU Survive The Long Walk?

Would YOU Survive The Long Walk?

Paul Watson & Sammie Bryce