With the exceptions of 'The Shining' and 'It', I think Stephen King readers have become accustomed to disappointing film renditions of his novels. I never read this book and was still disappointed with the screen adaptation. The cast is stellar and the performances are great to a person. Love the score; love the direction; love the cinematography; everything. I think it's just a flat and boring script that fails to build suspense or character arcs that would make it an enjoyable viewing experience. Again...great acting.