Darren Aronofsky in Talks to Direct Netflix's Stephen King Adaptation 'Cujo'
The Oscar-nominated filmmaker is negotiating to helm a reimagining of the 1981 horror novel, with Roy Lee producing the project in its early development stages.
- Darren Aronofsky, known for psychological and horror films like 'Black Swan' and 'Mother!', is in negotiations to direct Netflix's adaptation of Stephen King's 'Cujo'.
- Roy Lee, a producer with extensive experience in Stephen King adaptations, including 'It' and 'Salem's Lot,' is attached to produce the film.
- The project is still in early development, with no writer or actors confirmed, though Aronofsky is expected to meet with screenwriting candidates soon.
- Netflix's 'Cujo' aims to reimagine the 1981 novel and its 1983 film adaptation, which has since gained a cult following despite its modest box office success.
- This adaptation continues Netflix's strategy of producing high-profile Stephen King projects, following successes like 'Gerald's Game' and '1922'.
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