Salem’s Lot: what is the adaptation of Stephen King’s terrifying novel about?

Salems Lot what is the adaptation of Stephen Kings terrifying

“Salem’s Lot” is an American horror film, a new adaptation of the novel by Stephen King published in 1975. Available from October 3, 2024 on Max.

Directed by Gary Dauberman, to whom we owe cult horror films such as That Or Annabelle, Salem’s Lot promises a good dose of thrills to Max subscribers. Part of the tradition of horror classics, this is one of the most anticipated releases of the genre. Indeed, between the pandemic and other adventures, Salem’s Lot took almost two years to come out.

Carried by a talented cast with Lewis Pullman (Lessons in Chemistry), Makenzie Leigh (A day in the life of Billy Lynn) and Bill Camp (A man, a real one), the film tells the story of a writer returning to his hometown to seek inspiration but discovers that an evil force is at work there.

What is the plot of Salem’s Lot ?

In Salem’s Lothaunted by a childhood incident, writer Ben Mears returns to his hometown Jerusalem’s Lot, Maine. It doesn’t take long to discover that strange things are happening there: a bloodthirsty vampire has taken up residence there. And even worse, it’s an epidemic, the city is infested with vampires. Ben will then do everything possible to try to save the inhabitants.

Which actors in the casting of Salem’s Lot ?

  • Lewis Pullman as Ben Mears
  • Makenzie Leigh as Susan Norton
  • Alfre Woodard as Dr. Cody
  • William Sadler as Kurt Barlow
  • Bill Camp as Matthew Burke
  • Pilou Asbæk: Richard Straker
  • John Benjamin Hickey as Father Donald Callahan
  • Spencer Treat Clark as Mike Ryerson
  • Jordan Preston Carter as Mark Petrie
  • Nicholas Crovetti as Danny Glick
  • Cade Woodward as Ralph Glick

Where to see Salem’s Lot streaming?

Salem’s Lot is available October 3, 2024 on Max. To immerse yourself in its distressing atmosphere, but also take advantage of Max’s catalog, which offers content from the Warner group and more, simply subscribe. The price varies between 5.99 euros per month (for a basic subscription with advertisements), 9.99 euros per month (standard subscription) and 13.99 euros per month (premium subscription).

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