Salem’s Lot Director Shouts Out Stephen King As Horror Remake Finally Get A Streaming Premiere Date

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Salem's Lot Director Shouts Out Stephen King As Horror Remake Finally Get A Streaming Premiere Date

As a die-hard fan of all things supernatural and horror, I can hardly contain my excitement for the impending release of ‘Salem’s Lot! It seems like an eternity since we last had a proper vampire fix on the big screen, and this adaptation promises to deliver in spades. The fact that it took studio-related reasons to flip from theatrical to streaming exclusivity only adds to its allure – much like how a forbidden fruit tastes sweeter when kept out of reach.

Enthusiasts of all things vampire who are nostalgic for the monsters’ golden age on screen will be thrilled to hear about one of the most highly anticipated upcoming horror films – a new adaptation of Stephen King‘s ‘Salem’s Lot, directed by Gary Dauberman. Due to certain studio issues, the project’s future was uncertain for quite some time before its initial plans for a theatrical release were switched to make it exclusive on Max this year. Now, the film has officially announced its premiere date, and the director has expressed gratitude for Stephen King’s support in ensuring its release.

When is ‘Salem’s Lot Debuting?

This latest update could stir up some passionate fans, since it provides both the streaming date with a Max subscription and the release date for UK movie-goers in cinemas. Here are the details:

  • Salem’s Lot U.S. streaming premiere date on Max: October 3, 2004
  • Salem’s Lot UK theatrical release date: October 11

As a dedicated gamer, I can’t help but marvel at how streaming has revolutionized movie promotions these days. Netflix is a prime example, often skipping elaborate marketing strategies for most of their productions. Yet, it’s mind-blowing that Warner Bros. held back on announcing this news till the last minute. I mean, die-hard horror fans like me will watch it regardless of its release date, even if it’s not hitting theaters until 2024. However, casual horror enthusiasts might still be oblivious to its existence!

Since there’s no official trailer available as of now, but snippets have been shared, it can be frustrating. However, take heart because its release is confirmed! So, let’s eagerly anticipate more sneak peeks until then.

Gary Dauberman Shares Appreciation For Stephen King

In an interview with Total Film, director Gary Dauberman discussed his upcoming adaptations of Ben Mears and Kurt Barlow from ‘Salem’s Lot. Forty-five years since the original TV miniseries, he expressed appreciation for Stephen King’s crucial role in bringing the story to life. At this stage, he preferred not to delve into specific details but maintained a friendly tone by stating:

I’d like to express my heartfelt gratitude for Steve’s assistance… To put it simply, his support was crucial in helping me navigate through some rough patches during this adventure.

Although it remains unclear if anything particular transpired off-screen, Stephen King, the Horror King, has publicly endorsed the film on social platforms. However, what seems more significant is that King voiced his puzzlement over Warner Bros. and Max not disclosing their release schedule sooner, which may have been where fans initially learned about the problems behind the scenes.

The following two posts highlighted the puzzling fact that high-quality horror movies continue to elude fans who appreciate the genre.

  • The Warner Bros remake of SALEM’S LOT, currently shelved, is muscular and involving. It has the feel of ‘Old Hollywood,’ when a film was given a chance to draw a breath before getting to business. When attention spans were longer, in other words. – November 1, 2023
  • Between you and me, Twitter, I’ve seen the new SALEM’S LOT and it’s quite good. Old-school horror filmmaking: slow build, big payoff. Not sure why WB is holding it back; not like it’s embarrassing, or anything. Who knows. I just write the fucking things. – February 19, 2024

Max is where the Stephen King prequel series “IT: Welcome to Derry” was initially set prior to its transition into an HBO exclusive. It seems there might be someone at the streaming platform who isn’t fond of launching projects that include some of the most terrifying creatures ever depicted in literature and film.

Excitedly speaking as a die-hard fan, I can’t help but share the thrilling news that the terrifying character, Kurt Barlow, is set to wreak havoc on streaming audiences when ‘Salem’s Lot premieres on Max this coming Thursday, October 3.

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2024-09-11 20:40