Iconic movies such asThe Shining,Carrie, andThe Green Milewere adapted from King’s stories.

Over the years, fascination with the worlds andcharacters created by Stephen Kinghas not ceased.

Stephen King adaptations have always been very popular on streaming services.

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However, several of them have been underwhelming.

In fairness, one could say the same thing about recent movies based on Stephen King’s work.

Since there are so manyStephen King adaptationsbeing made, not all of them are bound to be great.

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However,there are several more standout King movies,many of which are regarded as amazing.

The cast of11-22-63includes James Franco, Sarah Gadon, George MacKay, and Josh Duhamel.

Compared to some King adaptations, it actually makes sense that11-22-63is a miniseries instead of a movie.

A picture of Stephen King wearing a black shirt in front of the covers of The Shining, The Mist, and It

While King is known for writing horror stories,11-22-63leans more heavily into the science fiction and thriller genres.

Additionally, compared to some King adaptations, it actually makes sense that11-22-63is a miniseries instead of a movie.

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A teacher travels back in time to prevent the Kennedy assassination but grows emotionally tied to his new life in the past.

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IT: Welcome to Derry is a prequel set in the 1960s that explores the origins of Pennywise the Clown. The narrative delves into the early events in Derry, Maine, providing a backdrop to the terror later depicted in the film adaptations of Stephen King’s novel, IT.

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It: Welcome to Derry