Overview

• Stephen King publicly criticizes Warner Bros. for not releasing the completed film adaptation of his novel 'Salem's Lot', expressing confusion and disappointment.
• The film, directed by Gary Dauberman, was initially set for a 2022 release but has faced multiple delays and currently lacks a release date.
• King praises the film's quality, describing it as 'old-school horror filmmaking' with a 'slow build, big payoff', and is perplexed by Warner Bros.' decision to withhold it.
• Speculation arises that Warner Bros. may be considering releasing the film on their streaming service, Max, amid broader industry trends and the impact of strikes.
• The situation reflects ongoing issues within Warner Bros., including criticism for shelving completed projects for financial reasons, sparking investigations and fan backlash.