Netflix Greenlights Reboot of Stephen King's 'Cujo'

Netflix is giving a fresh take on Stephen King's 'Cujo'. This reboot will be produced by Roy Lee and revisits the chilling tale of a mother and son trapped by a rabid dog. The original Cujo was a 1983 adaptation of King’s 1981 novel, now gaining new cinematic life.

Netflix is breathing new life into Stephen King's chilling tale, 'Cujo'. The streaming giant has officially greenlit a reboot of the horror classic, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter. The project will be meticulously produced by Roy Lee, notable for his experience in the horror genre.

This remake revisits the harrowing story of a mother and her young son who find themselves trapped in their car, struggling to survive against a rabid dog. Originally adapted from King's 1981 novel, the 1983 film vividly portrayed Cujo, a once beloved St. Bernard, who transforms into a menacing threat after being bitten by a bat.

Stephen King's works have historically been a treasure trove for Hollywood, inspiring numerous adaptations including 'The Shining', 'The Shawshank Redemption', and 'It'. Recent adaptations, such as 'Salem's Lot' and Mike Flanagan's renditions of 'Doctor Sleep' and 'Gerald's Game', continue to captivate audiences, cementing King's legacy in the cinematic world. (ANI)

(With inputs from agencies.)