**Stephen King Shares His Top Halloween Movie and TV Show Recommendations**
As the Halloween season approaches, legendary author Stephen King has shared his personal list of must-watch movies and television shows perfect for the spooky occasion. In a recent post on Threads, King highlighted five screen adaptations of his work that he believes capture the spirit of Halloween perfectly.
In his post, King wrote, “Need some Steve King for Halloween? Gotcha covered,” followed by his curated list:
– **The Institute** (available on MGM+ and Prime Video)
– **1922** (Netflix)
– **Gerald’s Game** (Netflix)
– **Lisey’s Story** (Apple TV+)
– **It: Welcome to Derry** (HBO Max)
He added with a playful challenge, “You can find other stuff, too. If you’re brave enough.”
### Spotlight on *It: Welcome to Derry*
King’s recommendation of *It: Welcome to Derry* comes just as the highly anticipated series debuts on HBO Max. Set in 1962, this prequel explores the sinister origins of Pennywise’s terror in the fictional town of Derry. Fans will be excited to see Bill Skarsgård reprise his iconic role as the terrifying clown that has haunted generations.
### King on His Current and Upcoming Projects
Beyond sharing his Halloween picks, King recently opened up about his current creative endeavors in an interview with USA Today. He revealed that he is working on a new installment of *Never Flinch*, the Holly Gibney detective series, as well as a third book following *The Talisman* and *Black House*.
King reflected on his work ethic and future plans, saying, “I’m trying to clear my desk as much as I can. At my age, you’re off the warranty. You can’t take anything for granted.” Despite his ongoing projects, the author expressed a desire to slow down, noting, “You can’t guarantee anything once you get past the age of 75, 76. So you’ve got to be a little bit careful. Anything can happen to anybody.”
### Perfect Viewing for a Spooky Season
Whether you prefer chilling adaptations like *Gerald’s Game* and *1922* or the eerie mysteries of *Lisey’s Story* and *The Institute*, Stephen King’s recommendations offer a range of options to get into the Halloween spirit. And with *It: Welcome to Derry* freshly available, it’s the perfect time to dive into the terrifying world of King’s creations.
Prepare your popcorn, dim the lights, and get ready for a spine-chilling Halloween experience with these Stephen King favorites.
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