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Stephen King Series And Film Adaptations That Are Headed Your Way (Updated)

Stephen King Series And Film Adaptations That Are Headed Your Way (Updated)

Stephen King is as popular as ever. Let’s be honest, the man IS the king of written horror. Fans will be happy to learn there are several new films and series adaptations headed their way and we’ve got a list. Salem’s Lot A new adaptation of King’sSalem’s Lotis is on its way from horror legend James Wan who is producing the film written, directed, and executive produced by Gary Dauberman (It, Annabelle Comes Home, The Nun). Lewis Pullman (The Strangers: Prey at Night) will be starring as author Ben Mears who returns to his childhood home of Jerusalem’s Lot seeking inspiration for his next book only to find his hometown is being preyed upon by a vampire. Together with a ragtag group of residents, he sets out to fight the monster. Firestarter Keith Thomas, who brought us the fantastic horror film The Vigil earlier this year, directs from the script adapted by Scott Teems (Halloween Kills), based on Stephen King’s

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 4, 2021
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AppleTV+ Unveils First Trailer For The New Stephen King Series “Lisey’s Story”

Today, AppleTV+ unveiled the tension-filled trailer for the highly-anticipated limited series “Lisey’s Story,” based on the best-selling novel both written and adapted by Stephen King. Academy Award-winner Julianne Moore and Academy Award nominee Clive Owen star in the eight-episode Apple Original which will premiere globally this June with its first two episodes followed by a new episode every Friday. The deeply personal and pensive thriller centers on Lisey Landon (Moore) two years after the death of her husband, famous novelist Scott Landon (Owen). “A series of unsettling events causes Lisey to face memories of her marriage to Scott that she has deliberately blocked out of her mind.” Joan Allen, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Dane DeHaan, Ron Cephas Jones, and Sung Kang also star alongside Moore and Owen in the series directed by Pablo Larraín. “Lisey’s Story” hails from J. J. Abrams’ Bad Robot Productions and Warner Bros. Television. In a rare step, every episode of the series was personally written by

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 11, 2021
Horror Fuel

New Stunning Images Surface from Stephen King’s Series “Lisey’s Story’

Apple has revealed that “Lisey’s Story,” the highly-anticipated limited series based on the best-selling novel by Stephen King who penned each episode of the series himself, will make its global debut this June exclusively on Apple TV+ this summer. Featuring a star-studded cast led by Academy Award-winner Julianne Moore and Academy Award-nominee Clive Owen, the eight-episode Original series will premiere with the first two episodes, followed by new episodes every Friday. “Lisey’s Story” is a deeply personal, pensive thriller that follows Lisey Landon (played by Julianne Moore) two years after the death of her husband, famous novelist Scott Landon (played by Clive Owen). A series of unsettling events causes Lisey to face memories of her marriage to Scott that she has deliberately blocked out of her mind.” Joan Allen, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Dane DeHaan, Ron Cephas Jones, and Sung Kang star alongside Moore and Owen. Directed by Pablo Larraín, “Lisey’s Story” hails from J. J. Abrams’ Bad Robot Productions and

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 15, 2021
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‘Midsommar’ Actress Florence Pugh Starring In New Killer Doll Movie ‘Dolly’

Florence Pugh, who gave a brilliant performance in Midsommar, is set to star in the Apple TV+ movie Dolly, whose plot is absolutely wild. The film is part sci-fi, part horror, and part drama, and features a robotic “companion doll” that kills its owner and then shocks the world by claiming that she is not guilty and asks for a lawyer. The movie, which sounds very interesting, is written by Vanessa Taylor and Drew Pearce. Apple TV+ is still on the hunt for a director. Deadline states that the movie is inspired by a short story of the same name by Elizabeth Bear and that the film features “elements of classic courtroom drama and sci-fi.”

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 12, 2021
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Gugu Mbatha-Raw Joins Apple TV’s Upcoming Series ‘Surface’

Gugu Mbatha-Raw, who starred in The Cloverfield Paradox, has joined the cast of Apple TV’s new upcoming series “Surface,” Variety reports. Described as a psychological thriller, the eight-episode series was both created and written by Veronica West (“High Fidelity”). West, Reese Witherspoon, and Lauren Neustadter will executive produce for Hello Sunshine along with Apple Studios producing. At this time, no plot details have been revealed. But we’ll keep you posted.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 1, 2020
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Season Two Of M. Night Shyamalan’s Series “Servant” Premieres This January

“Servent,” the series from executive produced by M. Night Shyamala is getting a second season early next year on Apple TV. We’ve got the first images and the trailer from season two that tease Season two “takes a supernatural turn with a darker future for all lying ahead as Leanne returns to the brownstone and her true nature is revealed.” Series regulars Lauren Ambrose, Toby Kebbell, Nell Tiger Free, and Rupert Grint will all be returning to reprise their roles. Created by executive producer and writer Tony Basgallop, the series is also executive produced by Shyamalan, Ashwin Rajan, Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, and Steve Tisch. Co-executive producers include Patrick Markey and Taylor Latham. Season two of “Servant” premieres on Apple TV+ on January 15, 2021, with new episodes airing every Friday.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 14, 2020
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Keira Knightley To Star In New Apple TV+ Series “The Essex Serpent”

Pirates of the Caribbean star Keira Knightley is setting sail for a new adventure with “The Essex Serpent”, the Apple TV+ series adaptation of Sarah Perry‘s novel set in 1893, Deadline reports. In the novel, “When Cora Seaborne’s brilliant, domineering husband dies, she steps into her new life as a widow with as much relief as sadness: her marriage was not a happy one. Wed at nineteen, this woman of exceptional intelligence and curiosity was ill-suited for the role of society wife. Seeking refuge in the fresh air and open space in the wake of the funeral, Cora leaves London for a visit to coastal Essex, accompanied by her inquisitive and obsessive eleven-year-old son, Francis, and the boy’s nanny, Martha, her fiercely protective friend. While admiring the sites, Cora learns of an intriguing rumor that has arisen further up the estuary, of a fearsome creature said to roam the marshes claiming human lives. After nearly 300 years, the mythical Essex

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 25, 2020
Horror Fuel

Steven Spielberg Pens A Letter To The Public Ahead Of “Amazing Stories” Premiere

We would like to share a letter from brilliant filmmaker Steven Spielberg addressing the public about his new series “Amazing Stories” ahead of its March Premiere. Spielberg produced the reboot/revival of the 1985 sci-fi horror series “Amazing Stories” for Apple TV+. Kerry Lynn Bishe, Dylan O’Brien, Josh Holloway, Victoria Pedretti, Sasha Alexander, and the late Robert Forster star. “Hannibal” creator Bryan Fuller penned the scripts for the show’s revival. He will be joined in the writers’ room by Emily Gordon, Patton Oswalt, Kumail Nanjiani, and Jane Goldman, “Once Upon a Time” creators Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz serve as executive producers and showrunners for “Amazing Stories”, from Universal TV and Amblin Television. Steven Spielberg, Darryl Frank, Justin Falvey, Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz will also executive produce. The original series featured episodes that were everything from sci-fi to horror and was directed by the who’s who of directors including Martin Scorsese, Tom Holland, Tobe Hooper and Spielberg himself. But sadly,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 29, 2020
Horror Fuel

A First Look At Stephen Spielberg’s “Amazing Stories” Revival

Today, we have the first look at the Stephen Spielberg produced reboot/revival of the 1985 sci-fi horror series “Amazing Stories” for Apple TV+. The first image is from the premiere episode titled “The Rift”, directed by Mark Mylod. Kerry Lynn Bishe, Dylan O’Brien, Josh Holloway, Victoria Pedretti, Sasha Alexander, and the late Robert Forster star. Hannibal creator Bryan Fuller is writing the writing scripts for the show’s revival. He will be joined in the writers’ room by Emily Gordon, Patton Oswalt, Kumail Nanjiani, and Jane Goldman, “Once Upon a Time” creators Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz serve as executive producers and showrunners for “Amazing Stories”, from Universal TV and Amblin Television. Steven Spielberg, Darryl Frank, Justin Falvey, Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz will also executive produce. The original series featured episodes that were everything from sci-fi to horror and was directed by the who’s who of directors including Martin Scorsese, Tom Holland, Tobe Hooper and Spielberg himself. But sadly, the

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 20, 2020
Horror Fuel

‘Fast And Furious’ Star Joins Adaptation Of Stephen King’s ‘Lisey’s Story’

The cast continues to build for the upcoming adaptation of Stephen King‘s Lisey’s Story over at Apple TV+. The latest to sign on is Fast and Furious star Sung Kang who will play the role of Officer Dan Beckman, assigned to watch Lisey’s home. Kang joins the cast that already includes Julianne Moore, Clive Owen, Dane Dehaan, and Joan Allen. “Every marriage has two hearts, one light, and one dark. Lisey knew it when she first fell for Scott. And now he’s dead, she knows it for sure. Lisey was the light to Scott Landon’s dark for twenty-five years. As his wife, only she saw the truth behind the public face of the famous author – that he was a haunted man whose bestselling novels were based on a terrifying reality. Now Scott has gone, Lisey wants to lock herself away with her memories. But the fans have other ideas. And when the sinister threats begin, Lisey realizes that, just

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 9, 2019

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Stephen King Series And Film Adaptations That Are Headed Your Way (Updated)

Stephen King Series And Film Adaptations That Are Headed Your Way (Updated)

Stephen King is as popular as ever. Let’s be honest, the man IS the king of written horror. Fans will be happy to learn there are several new films and series adaptations headed their way and we’ve got a list. Salem’s Lot A new adaptation of King’sSalem’s Lotis is on its way from horror legend James Wan who is producing the film written, directed, and executive produced by Gary Dauberman (It, Annabelle Comes Home, The Nun). Lewis Pullman (The Strangers: Prey at Night) will be starring as author Ben Mears who returns to his childhood home of Jerusalem’s Lot seeking inspiration for his next book only to find his hometown is being preyed upon by a vampire. Together with a ragtag group of residents, he sets out to fight the monster. Firestarter Keith Thomas, who brought us the fantastic horror film The Vigil earlier this year, directs from the script adapted by Scott Teems (Halloween Kills), based on Stephen King’s

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 4, 2021
Horror Fuel

AppleTV+ Unveils First Trailer For The New Stephen King Series “Lisey’s Story”

Today, AppleTV+ unveiled the tension-filled trailer for the highly-anticipated limited series “Lisey’s Story,” based on the best-selling novel both written and adapted by Stephen King. Academy Award-winner Julianne Moore and Academy Award nominee Clive Owen star in the eight-episode Apple Original which will premiere globally this June with its first two episodes followed by a new episode every Friday. The deeply personal and pensive thriller centers on Lisey Landon (Moore) two years after the death of her husband, famous novelist Scott Landon (Owen). “A series of unsettling events causes Lisey to face memories of her marriage to Scott that she has deliberately blocked out of her mind.” Joan Allen, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Dane DeHaan, Ron Cephas Jones, and Sung Kang also star alongside Moore and Owen in the series directed by Pablo Larraín. “Lisey’s Story” hails from J. J. Abrams’ Bad Robot Productions and Warner Bros. Television. In a rare step, every episode of the series was personally written by

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 11, 2021
Horror Fuel

New Stunning Images Surface from Stephen King’s Series “Lisey’s Story’

Apple has revealed that “Lisey’s Story,” the highly-anticipated limited series based on the best-selling novel by Stephen King who penned each episode of the series himself, will make its global debut this June exclusively on Apple TV+ this summer. Featuring a star-studded cast led by Academy Award-winner Julianne Moore and Academy Award-nominee Clive Owen, the eight-episode Original series will premiere with the first two episodes, followed by new episodes every Friday. “Lisey’s Story” is a deeply personal, pensive thriller that follows Lisey Landon (played by Julianne Moore) two years after the death of her husband, famous novelist Scott Landon (played by Clive Owen). A series of unsettling events causes Lisey to face memories of her marriage to Scott that she has deliberately blocked out of her mind.” Joan Allen, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Dane DeHaan, Ron Cephas Jones, and Sung Kang star alongside Moore and Owen. Directed by Pablo Larraín, “Lisey’s Story” hails from J. J. Abrams’ Bad Robot Productions and

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 15, 2021
Horror Fuel

‘Midsommar’ Actress Florence Pugh Starring In New Killer Doll Movie ‘Dolly’

Florence Pugh, who gave a brilliant performance in Midsommar, is set to star in the Apple TV+ movie Dolly, whose plot is absolutely wild. The film is part sci-fi, part horror, and part drama, and features a robotic “companion doll” that kills its owner and then shocks the world by claiming that she is not guilty and asks for a lawyer. The movie, which sounds very interesting, is written by Vanessa Taylor and Drew Pearce. Apple TV+ is still on the hunt for a director. Deadline states that the movie is inspired by a short story of the same name by Elizabeth Bear and that the film features “elements of classic courtroom drama and sci-fi.”

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 12, 2021
Horror Fuel

Gugu Mbatha-Raw Joins Apple TV’s Upcoming Series ‘Surface’

Gugu Mbatha-Raw, who starred in The Cloverfield Paradox, has joined the cast of Apple TV’s new upcoming series “Surface,” Variety reports. Described as a psychological thriller, the eight-episode series was both created and written by Veronica West (“High Fidelity”). West, Reese Witherspoon, and Lauren Neustadter will executive produce for Hello Sunshine along with Apple Studios producing. At this time, no plot details have been revealed. But we’ll keep you posted.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 1, 2020
Horror Fuel

Season Two Of M. Night Shyamalan’s Series “Servant” Premieres This January

“Servent,” the series from executive produced by M. Night Shyamala is getting a second season early next year on Apple TV. We’ve got the first images and the trailer from season two that tease Season two “takes a supernatural turn with a darker future for all lying ahead as Leanne returns to the brownstone and her true nature is revealed.” Series regulars Lauren Ambrose, Toby Kebbell, Nell Tiger Free, and Rupert Grint will all be returning to reprise their roles. Created by executive producer and writer Tony Basgallop, the series is also executive produced by Shyamalan, Ashwin Rajan, Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, and Steve Tisch. Co-executive producers include Patrick Markey and Taylor Latham. Season two of “Servant” premieres on Apple TV+ on January 15, 2021, with new episodes airing every Friday.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 14, 2020
Horror Fuel

Keira Knightley To Star In New Apple TV+ Series “The Essex Serpent”

Pirates of the Caribbean star Keira Knightley is setting sail for a new adventure with “The Essex Serpent”, the Apple TV+ series adaptation of Sarah Perry‘s novel set in 1893, Deadline reports. In the novel, “When Cora Seaborne’s brilliant, domineering husband dies, she steps into her new life as a widow with as much relief as sadness: her marriage was not a happy one. Wed at nineteen, this woman of exceptional intelligence and curiosity was ill-suited for the role of society wife. Seeking refuge in the fresh air and open space in the wake of the funeral, Cora leaves London for a visit to coastal Essex, accompanied by her inquisitive and obsessive eleven-year-old son, Francis, and the boy’s nanny, Martha, her fiercely protective friend. While admiring the sites, Cora learns of an intriguing rumor that has arisen further up the estuary, of a fearsome creature said to roam the marshes claiming human lives. After nearly 300 years, the mythical Essex

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 25, 2020
Horror Fuel

Steven Spielberg Pens A Letter To The Public Ahead Of “Amazing Stories” Premiere

We would like to share a letter from brilliant filmmaker Steven Spielberg addressing the public about his new series “Amazing Stories” ahead of its March Premiere. Spielberg produced the reboot/revival of the 1985 sci-fi horror series “Amazing Stories” for Apple TV+. Kerry Lynn Bishe, Dylan O’Brien, Josh Holloway, Victoria Pedretti, Sasha Alexander, and the late Robert Forster star. “Hannibal” creator Bryan Fuller penned the scripts for the show’s revival. He will be joined in the writers’ room by Emily Gordon, Patton Oswalt, Kumail Nanjiani, and Jane Goldman, “Once Upon a Time” creators Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz serve as executive producers and showrunners for “Amazing Stories”, from Universal TV and Amblin Television. Steven Spielberg, Darryl Frank, Justin Falvey, Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz will also executive produce. The original series featured episodes that were everything from sci-fi to horror and was directed by the who’s who of directors including Martin Scorsese, Tom Holland, Tobe Hooper and Spielberg himself. But sadly,

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 29, 2020
Horror Fuel

A First Look At Stephen Spielberg’s “Amazing Stories” Revival

Today, we have the first look at the Stephen Spielberg produced reboot/revival of the 1985 sci-fi horror series “Amazing Stories” for Apple TV+. The first image is from the premiere episode titled “The Rift”, directed by Mark Mylod. Kerry Lynn Bishe, Dylan O’Brien, Josh Holloway, Victoria Pedretti, Sasha Alexander, and the late Robert Forster star. Hannibal creator Bryan Fuller is writing the writing scripts for the show’s revival. He will be joined in the writers’ room by Emily Gordon, Patton Oswalt, Kumail Nanjiani, and Jane Goldman, “Once Upon a Time” creators Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz serve as executive producers and showrunners for “Amazing Stories”, from Universal TV and Amblin Television. Steven Spielberg, Darryl Frank, Justin Falvey, Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz will also executive produce. The original series featured episodes that were everything from sci-fi to horror and was directed by the who’s who of directors including Martin Scorsese, Tom Holland, Tobe Hooper and Spielberg himself. But sadly, the

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 20, 2020
Horror Fuel

‘Fast And Furious’ Star Joins Adaptation Of Stephen King’s ‘Lisey’s Story’

The cast continues to build for the upcoming adaptation of Stephen King‘s Lisey’s Story over at Apple TV+. The latest to sign on is Fast and Furious star Sung Kang who will play the role of Officer Dan Beckman, assigned to watch Lisey’s home. Kang joins the cast that already includes Julianne Moore, Clive Owen, Dane Dehaan, and Joan Allen. “Every marriage has two hearts, one light, and one dark. Lisey knew it when she first fell for Scott. And now he’s dead, she knows it for sure. Lisey was the light to Scott Landon’s dark for twenty-five years. As his wife, only she saw the truth behind the public face of the famous author – that he was a haunted man whose bestselling novels were based on a terrifying reality. Now Scott has gone, Lisey wants to lock herself away with her memories. But the fans have other ideas. And when the sinister threats begin, Lisey realizes that, just

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 9, 2019
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