Social media users are right now  busy discussing about this one film, Doctor Sleep! The psychological horror movie is based on the novel by Stephen King, with the same name. It is also the sequel of the novel The Shining which was also adapted into a movie in 1980. Now, as the film is ready to hit the theatres, the fans are extra sensitive about how this adaption will turn out to be. But before that, one should not miss the other silver screen adaptions of King's work! Doctor Sleep: The First Reactions to 'The Shining' Sequel are Out and they are 'Bloody Good'.

Stephen King has a crazy fan following and the adaptation of his films, even more. The debate between book vs film never dies and the films based on his books too are a part of this argument. While netizens get busy arguing on the same, you take a look at these three films that can be watched to get into the vibe of the upcoming film.

The Shawshank Redemption

This 1994 film is arguably considered as the best films ever made in the history of cinema. Directed by Frank Darabont, it is based on the novel  Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption. It stars Tim Robbins, Morgan Freeman, Bob Guntan in the key roles.

IT Chapter 2

The super natural film is the sequel of the IT. The 2019 film is the adaptation of the novel by King with the same name, published in 1986. The movie received a mixed reviews from the audience, depending on who followed Stephen's work closely. It is directed by Andy Muschietti.

The Shining

The film is again a psychological horror drama film made in 1980. Directed by Stanley Kubrick, the film is based on Stephen King's 1977 novel with the same name. The film is once again in the news as Doctor Sleep is considered to be a sequel of the same. So, in case you are planning to watch Dr Sleep, you might not want to miss this one!

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