Stephen King Criticizes Warner Bros. for Withholding 'Salem's Lot' Release

The acclaimed author expresses confusion over the studio's decision to not release the completed film adaptation of his novel, praising its quality.

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.