Stephen King's Latest Horror Flick Smashes Box Office Records After 4 Year Hiatus
Stephen King's latest horror movie, The Boogeyman, is a box office success with the highest earnings in four years since the sequel of The Shining Released on June 2, fans are thrilled to see what King has in store for his next hit
The Boogeyman, a film adaptation of Stephen King's short story, has emerged as the highest grossing movie of the author's works in years. Directed by Rob Savage, the movie centers around a family haunted by an enigmatic entity that resides in the shadows of their home. The cast features notable actors such as Sophie Thatcher, Chris Messina, Vivien Lyra Blair, and David Dastmalchian. Although the film's opening weekend earnings fell short of its initial projections of $15-$17 million, with current estimates at $11.5 million, it still outperformed recent Stephen King adaptations, including the 2019 release of Doctor Sleep, which grossed $14.1 million in its opening weekend. The Boogeyman's success is a testament to the enduring popularity of King's work, even in a highly competitive box office market.
What's Stephen King's Next Box Office Hit?
Despite The Boogeyman's success at the box office, it's worth noting that other recent Stephen King projects have yet to hit theaters. Instead, streaming and television have experienced triumphs with King's works, such as the 2022 Netflix film Mr. Harrigan's Phone and the 2020 miniseries The Outsider on HBO. Nevertheless, there are upcoming King franchise movies that could potentially generate a greater impact in the cinema. For instance, the long-awaited Salem's Lot remake, directed by Gary Dauberman of It fame, features a cast including Lewis Pullman from Top Gun: Maverick, Alfre Woodard, and Spencer Treat Clark. Despite the film's delays, it may still have a chance to make a significant impression if it receives a theatrical release.
There are even more promising victories on the horizon. Among them is the upcoming King adaptation by director Mike Flanagan, who previously worked on Gerald's Game and Doctor Sleep. The Life of Chuck, starring Mark Hamill and Tom Hiddleston, is expected to be the next contender to surpass The Boogeyman. With so many King adaptations currently in development, the next decade could see a surge in King's presence in theaters.
