In the latest wave of Stephen King adaptations, Netflix is gearing up to sink its teeth into a new version of the classic horror novel, Cujo. According to Deadline, Vertigo Entertainment's Roy Lee will helm the production, though the project is still in its infancy with no writers, directors, or cast members announced yet.
Originally published in 1981, Cujo quickly transitioned to the screen in 1983, becoming a cult classic horror film directed by Lewis Teague. The gripping story centers on a determined mother, portrayed by Dee Wallace, who finds herself trapped in a broken-down car with her young son. They must fend off Cujo, a once-friendly dog turned vicious after being bitten by a rabid bat, as they battle both the beast and the looming threat of heatstroke.
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Cujo is just one of many Stephen King tales that have successfully transitioned to the silver screen. Recently, there's been a notable resurgence in King adaptations. February saw the release of Oz Perkins' take on King's short story The Monkey, and fans have more to look forward to this year, including Glen Powell's rendition of The Running Man and JT Mollner's adaptation of The Long Walk, both also produced by Roy Lee and Vertigo Entertainment. Additionally, HBO's IT prequel series, Welcome to Derry, and an eight-episode Prime Video series of Carrie directed by horror maestro Mike Flanagan, are on the horizon.
Stephen King enthusiasts are currently feasting on a rich array of adaptations, with even more delectable offerings on the way.
