2) 1922 (2017) As far as source material goes, 1922another 2017 Netflix originalisn't exactly pulling from something as well-known as The Shining or Pet Semetary. This little movie is actually pulling from a 2010 King book called Full Dark, No Stars , which consisted of four different novellas, one of which was 1922. That said, 1922 is a King story through and through, centering on a man who plans to kill his wife for financial gain, enlisting his son's helpat which point, as you might expect, creepy things start to happen. The movie stars Thomas Jane (The Punisher, Hung) and Molly Parker (House of Cards). Stream 1922 on Netflix See the original post on Youtube Netflix@Youtube
3) In The Tall Grass (2019) The most recent of King's Netflix originals, In The Tall Grass, is based on a 62-page novella that King wrote with his son, Joe Hill (an acclaimed author in his own right). Starring Patrick Wilson (FX's Fargo, Aquaman), this mystery starts with a couple pulling over to the side of the road at a rest stop, hearing cries from the titular tall grass, and the rest, well, that's up to Mr. King and Mr. Hill. You know what to expect. Stream In the Tall Grass on Netflix See the original post on Youtube Netflix@Youtube
4) The Shawshank Redemption (1994) One important thing to know about Stephen King? He doesn't always make the hairs on your arms stand up with fear. He also wrote the short story that eventually turned into The Shawshank Redemption, widely considered to be one of the best movies ever made. This story of living in, and out, of prison is an absolute classicanyone who loves movies should give this one a watch at least once. Stream The Shawshank Redemption on Netflix See the original post on Youtube Movieclips Classic Trailers@Youtube
5) The Mist (2017) Based on the same source material as the 2007 The Mist movie, this 2017 single-season series saw Spike TV (now known as Paramount Network) attempt to lengthen that story for the small screen. It was cancelled after a season, but could still be worth your time if you've got a craving for some creepiness. Stream The Mist on Netflix See the original post on Youtube JoBlo TV Show Trailers@Youtube
6) Castle Rock (2018-) This hit horror anthology on Hulu follows a different story each season based on King's workthe name of the series itself, Castle Rock, is a fictional Maine town where a number of his stories are set. The first season takes on a story with a number of references to other King pieces, and Lizzy Caplan plays a young version of Annie Wilkes (Kathy Bates' character in Misery) in the second season. Stream Castle Rock on Hulu See the original post on Youtube Hulu@Youtube
7) 11.22.63 (2016) One of Hulu's earliest big-budget attempts at a limited series was 2016's adaptation of King's highly-acclaimed 2011 time-travel novel, 11/22/63 . Produced by J.J. Abrams, this series finds a man (James Franco) accidentally travel in time, where he discovers he can prevent JFK's assassination. Franco is joined by Chris Cooper, Josh Duhamel, and 1917 star George MacKay among others in this exciting series that is more thriller than King's usual horror. Stream 11.22.63 on Hulu See the original post on Youtube JoBlo TV Show Trailers@Youtube
8) The Running Man (1987) Set in the distant future (2017!), this 1987 movie is one of the sneakiest King adaptations out therebecause the book it's based on wasn't written under his name. The Running Man is actually one of four books that King wrote under the pseudonym 'Richard Bachman'. Starring our good pal Arnold Schwarzenegger, The Running Man saw Arnold in full Sci-Fi mode only a couple years after the first Terminator and before Total Recall and Terminator 2: Judgment Day. The plot here finds a deranged game show that sets up a man for murdersort of like a moderately-recent episode of Black Mirror. Stream The Running Man on Amazon Prime Video See the original post on Youtube YouTube Movies@Youtube
9) Pet Semetary (1989) While there was a 2019 adaptation of King's classic 1983 novel , the 1989 Pet Semetary is the one that most will always associate with the author's classic work (though the new one probably has a bit higher production value). The plot is pretty obvious: a burial ground where pets from past and present are buried. And things. get. crazy. Watch Pet Semetary on Amazon Prime Video See the original post on Youtube Movieclips Classic Trailers@Youtube
10) Carrie (1976) Brian De Palma's iconic film (which features John Travolta's first major movie role!) is based on Stephen King's 1974 first novel . This one stars Sissy Spacek in the titular role as the girl who gets picked on at school and at her prom, and turns out to have some abilities that those bullies didn't quite expect. It's better than either the 2002 or 2013 remakes, so take some time and watch this absolute horror classic if you're in the mood for a good scare. Watch Carrie on Amazon Prime Video See the original post on Youtube The Trailer Guy@Youtube
11) The Dead Zone (1987) Children of the Corn is one of the most iconic productions of King's work, and while it's a bit cheesy, it still holds up to this day. What would you do if you found a group of religious and terrifying children...living in a corn field? Based on a story from his 1978 collection Night Moves, this adaption is fairly faithful, and is a perfect movie to watch with a few beers, some pizza, and some friends. Stream Children of the Corn on Amazon Prime Video See the original post on Youtube horrornymphs@Youtube
12) Sometimes They Come Back (1991) Based on another short story from King's collection Night Shift , Sometimes They Come Back is a super campy made-for-TV movie. It's fine if you've watched everything else on the list! Watch Sometimes They Come Back on Amazon Prime Video See the original post on Youtube Carlos Apolo Moran@Youtube