"Cujo Gets a New Life on Netflix: Stephen King's Classic Reimagined"

In the latest wave of "here comes a new remake" news—or, if you're feeling more optimistic, "here comes another Stephen King movie" news—a brand new adaptation of Cujo is set to sink its teeth into audiences. Netflix has announced plans to produce a fresh film version of Stephen King's chilling tale, with Vertigo Entertainment's founder and producer Roy Lee attached to the project. However, the film is still in its early stages, with no writers, directors, or cast members announced yet.

Originally published in 1981, King's novel Cujo was swiftly adapted into a 1983 cult classic horror film by screenwriters Don Carlos Dunaway and Barbara Turner, directed by Lewis Teague. The gripping story centers on a determined mother, portrayed by Dee Wallace, who will go to any lengths to protect her young son from a rabid dog. The narrative intensifies as the duo finds themselves trapped in a car with a dead engine, battling for survival against Cujo—a once-friendly dog turned deadly after being bitten by a rabid bat—as they also face the threat of heatstroke.

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Cujo is just one of many beloved Stephen King stories that have successfully transitioned to the screen over the years. Recently, there has been a notable resurgence in King adaptations. Oz Perkins' take on King's short story The Monkey was released in February, and fans can look forward to more this year, including a Glen Powell-led adaptation of The Running Man and JT Mollner's interpretation of The Long Walk, both produced by Roy Lee and Vertigo Entertainment. Additionally, the IT prequel series Welcome to Derry is set to premiere on HBO. The iconic Carrie, another Stephen King classic, is being transformed into an eight-episode series for Prime Video, helmed by horror maestro Mike Flanagan.

Stephen King enthusiasts have been enjoying a feast of adaptations lately, and with the upcoming Cujo remake, there's even more gourmet horror on the horizon.