Prepare yourself for a spine-tingling adventure into the dark and foreboding world of the maestro of horror – Stephen King. Hidden in the corners of Netflix’s extensive catalog is a treasure chest of Stephen King adaptations, waiting to unleash a rollercoaster of suspenseful action, supernatural experiences, and psychological chills.

From the classic ‘Stand by Me’ to the haunting ‘Gerald’s Game,’ this article is your curated guide to every Stephen King-inspired masterpiece available on Netflix. Whether you’re a seasoned horror enthusiast or a casual viewer, prepare to be captivated by a world where nightmares come alive and every shadow hides a secret. Come with us as we journey through the eerie landscapes of King’s mind, delving into the countless adaptations that have dramatized his spooky stories on the streaming behemoth. Pour some popcorn, lower the lights, and let yourself be transported into the spooky genius of Stephen King.

6. The Dark Tower (2017)

A black tower, a gunslinger, and a man in black; eleven-year-old Jake Chambers has been dreaming of these for a pretty long time now. He soon finds himself taken away to another world where he encounters Roland Deschain, a gunslinger who has been chosen to guard the dark tower against Walter Padick, the man in black who seeks to unleash hell by annihilating it. Knowing his world, and that of Deschain, is under great threat, he chooses to assist the latter in defeating Padick. Directed by Nikolaj Arcel, ‘The Dark Tower’ features Tom Taylor, Idris Elba, and Matthew McConaughey. The movie does justice to its neo-Western fantasy world setting and provides scope for large-scale action which, while watering down violence as it has been presented in the novels, provides a fun binge-watch, if nothing else. A departure from King’s horror horror dramas, the film can be streamed here.

5. Mr. Harrigan’s Phone (2022)

Horror drama film ‘Mr. Harrigan’s Phone,’ directed and written by John Lee Hancock, the action follows from Stephen King’s novella of the same title in the collection ‘If It Bleeds.’ The cast includes Donald Sutherland, Jaeden Martell, Joe Tippett, and Kirby Howell-Baptiste, with the story being about Craig and his close relationship with businessman John Harrigan who has retired. Their existence becomes a strange twist when Craig wins a lottery, which prompts both to buy their first iPhones. Even with Harrigan’s death, there is an otherworldly bond that persists through their phones, one of which is buried with the dead friend. You may view here.

4. In the Tall Grass (2019)

‘In the Tall Grass,’ helmed by Vincenzo Natali, transports audience members to a dark maze of terror. Transposed from the novella written by Stephen King and Joe Hill in collaboration, the movie tracks a brother (Avery Whitted) and sister (Laysla De Oliveira) who enter a seemingly harmless field of dense grass due to a child’s pleas for assistance. However, they soon find the green labyrinth is not as it appears, warping time and space. Natali’s vision turns the mundane into a nightmarish puzzle, making for a claustrophobic and disorienting ride that toying with perception and terror. You may see the movie here.

3. 1922 (2017)

Based on Stephen King’s novella, ‘1922’ is a chilling movie directed by Zak Hilditch. Against the desolate landscape of rural Nebraska, the tale unfolds of farmer Wilfred James, played by Thomas Jane, who, fueled by greed and remorse, perpetrates a horrific act with his son. As the aftermath unravels, a malignant force starts to unleash a frightening vengeance. Hilditch’s direction brings home the haunting quality of King’s tale, immersing viewers in a ghastly history of horror and remorse. Jane’s riveting performance and the atmospheric cinematography of the film make ‘1922’ a dark exploration of the psychological cost of sin and vengeance. You can view the film here.

2. Gerald’s Game (2017)

Directed by Mike Flanagan, ‘Gerald’s Game’ brings Stephen King’s thrills to life with a tight grip. The movie, a retelling of King’s book, tells the story of a husband and wife, played by Carla Gugino and Bruce Greenwood, whose bid to spice their relationship is turned upside down. Gugino’s character is handcuffed to a bed in a secluded location, living a nightmare that is triggered by the lifeless body of her husband, which is right before her. But how did he meet his death? Did she murder her? Flanagan’s filmmaking weaves tension in tight spaces, taking the psychological thriller to a claustrophobic experience. With great performances and Flanagan’s masterful adaptation, ‘Gerald’s Game’ is a gripping ride of survival against the odds. Feel free to watch it here.

1. Stand by Me (1986)

Based on Stephen King’s novella ‘The Body,’ ‘Stand by Me’ follows the rousing escapades of four young friends who are on a quest to find a missing boy. The story that initially appears simple gradually develops into a complex coming-of-age tale as each boy uncovers secrets about himself and his attitude toward them. The adventures of Gordie, Chris, Teddy, and Vern in trying to find a lost person represent them trying to find what is lacking in their own lives. The Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Corey Feldman, and Jerry O’Connell-starring Rob Reiner dir film is a Stephen King adaptation and rare one at that, based on one of the author’s hit non-horror works. Watch it here. Read More: Best Horror Documentaries on Netflix