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King on Screen

7.120231h 45mMovieDocumentary

1976, Brian de Palma directs Carrie, the first novel by Stephen King. Since, more than 50 directors adapted the master of horror's books, in more than 80 films and series, making him now, the most adapted author still alive in the world.

DirectorDaphné Baiwir
WriterDaphné Baiwir
ProducersSebastien Cruz·Christopher Dean McAfee

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Cast · Directed by Daphné Baiwir

SKStephen King
Stephen King
Self (archive footage)
FDFrank Darabont
Frank Darabont
Self
TCTim Curry
Tim Curry
Self
THTom Holland
Tom Holland
Self
JCJames Caan
James Caan
Self
MFMike Flanagan
Mike Flanagan
Self
SHScott Hicks
Scott Hicks
Self
FK
Fritz Kiersch
Self
MHMikael Håfström
Mikael Håfström
Self
ZHZak Hilditch
Zak Hilditch
Self
JBJeff Beesley
Jeff Beesley
Self
VNVincenzo Natali
Vincenzo Natali
Self

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King on Screen — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams King on Screen?

King on Screen is streaming on AMC+, Shudder and Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is King on Screen on Netflix?

No, King on Screen is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on AMC+ and Shudder.

Is King on Screen on Amazon Prime Video?

King on Screen isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch King on Screen for free?

King on Screen is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Fawesome in United States.

Is King on Screen based on a true story?

Yes — King on Screen is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).