"Netflix to Reimagine Stephen King's Cujo"

In the latest wave of "here comes a new remake" news—or, if you're a bit more optimistic, "here comes another Stephen King movie" news—a brand new adaptation of Stephen King's *Cujo* is about to bare its teeth. Netflix is set to produce this fresh take on King's chilling tale, with Vertigo Entertainment founder and producer Roy Lee attached to helm the project. However, things are still in their early stages, as no writers, directors, or cast members have been announced yet.

Originally published in 1981, King's novel *Cujo* was swiftly adapted into a 1983 cult classic horror film directed by Lewis Teague, with a screenplay by Don Carlos Dunaway and Barbara Turner. The story centers on a devoted mother, portrayed by Dee Wallace, who finds herself trapped in a car with a dead engine, fighting to protect her young son from the relentless attacks of Cujo, a once-friendly dog turned deadly after being bitten by a rabid bat. As the temperature rises, the threat of heatstroke looms, adding to the tension of their desperate struggle for survival.

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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' adaptation of King's short story *The Monkey* was released in February, and fans can look forward to more this year, including Glen Powell's take on *The Running Man* and JT Mollner's adaptation 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, and the iconic *Carrie* is being reimagined as an eight-episode series on Prime Video, directed 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 way.