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February 18, 2025 33 mins

Salem’s Lot (2024) Spoiler-Free Movie Review

In our very first episode, we sink our teeth into Salem's Lot (2024), the newest adaptation of Stephen King’s chilling vampire tale. Does it live up to the hype, or does it leave us craving more? In this episode, we break down the scares, the nostalgia, and whether this remake captures the eerie charm of Stephen King's original. Plus, hear which scenes had Bobby on the edge of his seat and Ashley rolling her eyes.

Salem's Lot (2024) Movie Details:

  • Release Date: October 3, 2024
  • Length: 1h 53m
  • Rated: R
  • Genre: Horror/Mystery
  • Director: Gary Dauberman
  • Writer(s): Gary Dauberman (screenplay), based on the novel by Stephen King
  • Producer(s): James Wan, Michael Clear, Roy Lee, Mark Wolper
  • Distributed by: Warner Bros. Pictures
  • Main Actors: Lewis Pullman (Ben Mears), Makenzie Leigh (Susan Norton), Jordan Preston Carter (Mark Petrie), Alfre Woodard (Dr. Cody)
  • Where to watch: Max, YouTube Primetime, YouTubeTV, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Roku
  • Synopsis: "'Salem's Lot' is an adaptation of Stephen King's 1975 bestseller, directed by Gary Dauberman. The film follows author Ben Mears (Lewis Pullman) as he returns to his hometown of Jerusalem's Lot, only to discover it is being preyed upon by a bloodthirsty vampire."

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