First trailer for Stephen King’s vampire horror Salem’s Lot

As a die-hard Stephen King fan with a heart pounding for all things horror, I can’t help but be utterly thrilled by the chilling trailer for HBO’s adaptation of ‘Salem’s Lot! Growing up, I devoured King’s novels, and this one, with its chilling vampire tale set in a small town, has always been a favorite. The suspense, the terror, the creeping sense of dread – it all comes rushing back as I watch that trailer.


HBO has released the first trailer for Stephen King’s new vampire horror Salem’s Lot.

Drawing inspiration from Stephen King’s 1975 book with the same title, this movie focuses on a thriving author who crosses paths with a ravenous vampire within his home city (as reported by Variety).

Salem’s Lot is set to make its debut at the Beyond Fest within this month. After that, it will be available for streaming on Max starting October 3rd.

The synopsis for the movie indicates that “Salem’s Lot” centers around Ben Mears, a well-established author, who decides to return to Jerusalem’s Lot, his childhood home, to pen his upcoming novel, which is inspired by an eerie encounter in an old, deserted house within the town.

First trailer for Stephen King's vampire horror Salem's Lot

As I stepped into this quaint little town, it was then that I stumbled upon a most intriguing event – the mysterious arrival of a man who seemed to bring with him an air of darkness and ancient secrets. Unbeknownst to me, this enigmatic figure was none other than Kurt Barlow, a vampire of unimaginable age, who had recently acquired the town’s house.

With an increasing number of locals turning into vampires, Mears and his fellow humans find themselves locked in a struggle for survival.

The spine-tingling trailer sees Pullman’s character Ben return to his hometown of Jerusalem’s Lot to research the strange goings-on in the area.

He confides in the young college grad that throughout his writing career, he has consistently crafted tales about horrific events so frightening, they would cause anyone to flee and forget all about them.

First trailer for Stephen King's vampire horror Salem's Lot

During his interview with the local priest, Ben soon learns that things aren’t as they seem.

Father Callahan (John Benjamin Hickey) shares that certain individuals have encountered peculiar events,” preceding a situation where vampires gradually assert power over the town.

Later on, Ben listens to a significant bang echoing from a casket, as a remarkable occurrence takes place – a deceased body starts to show signs of life within the coroner’s office.

One local resident confirms that things are taking a turn for the worse in the town, as unrest persists. “Let me tell you, you’re not prepared for what awaits you here.

Afterward, Ben assembles an irregular team to confront the menacing force, only to encounter a throng of enraged vampires attempting to abduct him.

First trailer for Stephen King's vampire horror Salem's Lot

The horror movie “Salem’s Lot” is crafted by Gary Dauberman, who wrote the latest “It” movies and takes on the role of executive producer as well.

In the upcoming project, James Wan and Michael Clear, who have collaborated on four films within “The Conjuring” universe with Scott Dauberman, will assume the roles as producers.

In addition, the movie features Makenzie Leigh portraying Ben’s romantic interest, Susan Norton; Bill Camp playing the role of Matthew Burke, a high school teacher; Alfre Woodard acting as Dr. Cody; and Spencer Treat Clark taking on the character of Mike Ryerson, a gravedigger.

Salem’s Lot premieres on Max on October 3.

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2024-09-13 23:18

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