Stephen King’s 1975 novel ‘Salem’s Lot effectively modernized the classic tale of Dracula and other vampire stories for the modern age. It was previously adapted as a miniseries by The Texas Chain Saw Massacre director Tobe Hooper in 1979, and further adapted as a miniseries in 2004. Now the most recent adaptation, a long-awaited feature film, is set to premiere on Max this October. Now, the movie’s first trailer has been released.
The new take, which comes from writer and director Gary Dauberman, has faced a number of issues over the last few years. In fact, the film was initially slated to be released in September 2022. Everyone from fans to author Stephen King himself have questioned what’s going on at the studio to keep this movie from being released.
And, at a time when Batgirl for written off for tax purposes, some questioned if it wouldn’t see a similar fate. Fortunately, as shared via Vanity Fair, the film is officially dropping via Max this October. It might not be the theatrical release the film was originally meant for, but at least fans will get to see it.
In addition to the trailer, Vanity Fair also acquired the following statement from Dauberman:
“I had the same questions everybody else did,” Dauberman revealed. “This movie was made at a time when that transition to the new ownership was happening, which was an interesting experience. At a certain point, it’s out of your control. People were asking me, ‘Where’s the movie? Where’s the movie?’ I wish I had an answer for them other than a shrug and ‘I don’t know.’”
Now that there’s good news to share, however, he added the following:
“I’m excited it’s finally getting out there and people can see it.”
The new take stars Lewis Pullman, Makenzie Leigh, Pilou Asbæk, Nicholas Crovetti, Cade Woodward, Jordan Preston Carter, and Bill Camp. Alfre Woodard and John Benjamin Hickey also star.
Fans can check out the original story from Vanity Fair for more images. As for now, it’s clear that Dauberman is doing his best to blend the vintage era of the original novel and 1979 miniseries with the use of modern technology. With vampires and creepy old towns thrown into the mix, it should certainly make for fun viewing this October.
Stay tuned to ScreenGeek for any additional news regarding Salem’s Lot as we have it. It’s certainly exciting to see that the film is officially making its way to audiences, even if it means fans won’t get to have a theatrical experience. Hopefully, however, it will still make for some good scary fun this October for Max subscribers.