The adaptations of Stephen King’s books are so numerous that it is difficult to keep track of them. Among the most recent, Pet Sematary, directed by Kevin Kölsch and Dennis Widmyer, has stood out significantly.
The film, released in 2019, has found a new home on Netflix, where it has gained great popularity, making its way into the list of the 10 most-watched movies on the platform.
Stephen King always ends up winning
The story revolves around the Creed family, who move to a house in Maine and discover a mysterious cemetery in the woods that has the unsettling power to resurrect the dead. Louis Creed, played by Jason Clarke, is a Boston doctor who faces unimaginable tragedy after the death of his cat, Church.
When buried in the cemetery, Church returns home, but his return is not as expected; he appears more aggressive and strange. The situation becomes even darker when Ellie, the youngest daughter, dies and Louis decides to resurrect her, triggering a cycle of horror and loss for the family.
Pet Sematary has proven to be a resounding commercial success, grossing $113.1 million worldwide on a budget of just $21 million. This success reflects the viability of King adaptations in today’s film landscape and their continued resonance with audiences.
It is worth mentioning that this is the second adaptation of the eponymous book, with the first version released in 1989 and directed by Mary Lambert, which is currently available on Movistar Plus.
In a world where horror and suspense productions continue to gain ground in streaming, Pet Sematary stands out as a clear example of how King’s stories continue to capture the attention of new generations of viewers.
