The Running Man, was composed by Harold Faltermeyer (Beverly Hills Cop, Top Gun, Cop Out, and the upcoming film Top Gun, Maverick). The original (1987) 17 track album has been expanded to 35 tracks for this deluxe edition, which includes additional music and unreleased and alternate cues. The album was remastered by Chas Ferry from the original Paramount Pictures sources.

The 2 LP gatefold package features original artwork created by Florian Mihr and includes image from the film and extensive liner notes by Daniel Schweiger on the inner sleeves.