Stephen King Rates Long Walk Best Adaptation, Shares Top 10 Films

Stephen King’s latest film adaptation, The Long Walk, directed by Francis Lawrence, premieres this weekend to critical acclaim, holding a 95% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, making it the highest-rated King adaptation ever. The dystopian thriller follows a brutal walking contest in a totalitarian America, where boys must maintain pace or be shot, exploring themes of survival and government control through the eyes of 16-year-old protagonist Ray Garraty. Coinciding with the film’s release, King shared his personal list of 10 favorite movies on social media, excluding adaptations of his works such as Misery and The Shawshank Redemption. His eclectic favorites include classics like The Godfather Part II, Jaws, Casablanca, and the cult film Sorcerer, reflecting his broad cinematic taste beyond horror. King emphasizes the realistic portrayal of violence in The Long Walk, aiming for a raw depiction of brutality unlike typical superhero films. Additionally, King’s influence continues with upcoming projects like The Running Man adaptation and the IT prequel series, showcasing his enduring impact on film and television.