Salem's Lot has been released on Max to mixed responses, and there are more Stephen King book adaptations on the way. Here's what we know.

From our interview with Salem's Lot director Gary Dauberman. SPOILER WARNING: The following article contains light spoilers for the new Salem’s Lot adaptation, Stephen King ’s novel, and the Dark Tower series. If you haven’t watched/read one or all of them and don’t wish to know anything about them, proceed at your own risk!

Stephen King has shared his enthusiasm about the upcoming Salem's Lot adaptation in the best way possible. "My and my friend the Count await the premiere of the latest 'SALEM'S LOT, October 3, HBO Max ," he wrote on Twitter, along with a photo of him with a framed poster of the movie, holding a Dracula figure – perfect for a vampire movie.

It's hard to imagine a year going by without one of Stephen King's horror stories being adapted for the big or small screen. Some of those adaptations have gone on to be some of the most recognizable movies around - films like "The Shining,

Mark Petrie is one of King's most beloved protagonists, and the new Salem's Lot does him justice. It connects him to another set of King's heroes.

Stephen King's Salem's Lot is his quintessential vampire story, and has so far been adapted into multiple films and shows of varying quality.