New Adaptation of Stephen King's 'Salem's Lot' Premieres on Max

Despite changes to characters and plot, the film remains faithful to the spirit of King's classic vampire novel.

Gary Dauberman directs and writes the 114-minute feature, focusing on core characters and iconic scenes from the book.
The film's initial three-hour cut was reduced, omitting some secondary stories to maintain audience engagement.
Key changes include transforming Dr. Jimmy Cody into a female character and adding a drive-in movie theater for a new climax.
Stephen King provided notes and support during the film's protracted production and release delays.
The movie aims to bring a classic, Nosferatu-like approach to its vampires, diverging from modern 'hot vampire' trends.