What Stephen King adaptations did J.J. Abrams produce?

J.J. Abrams produced '11.22.63' and 'Castle Rock,' both based on Stephen King's works.

Where can I stream '11.22.63' and 'Castle Rock'?

Both '11.22.63' and 'Castle Rock' are available for streaming on Netflix, and 'Castle Rock' is also on Hulu.

What is the plot of the J.J. Abrams series '11.22.63'?

'11.22.63' follows a teacher named Jake Epping who travels back to 1963 to prevent the assassination of John F. Kennedy.

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Abrams Sci-Fi Gems: King Adaptations Shine on Netflix

24 Jan

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Summary

J.J. Abrams produced acclaimed Stephen King adaptations '11.22.63' and 'Castle Rock'.
Both series, initially on Hulu, are now available for streaming on Netflix.
'11.22.63' stars James Franco as a teacher preventing JFK's assassination.

Abrams Sci-Fi Gems: King Adaptations Shine on Netflix

Filmmaker J.J. Abrams, known for his work on "Star Wars" and "Star Trek," also has a strong history in television sci-fi. He executive produced "11.22.63," a Hulu original based on a Stephen King novel, which has since moved to Netflix. The series stars James Franco as Jake Epping, a teacher who travels to 1963 to stop the assassination of John F. Kennedy, navigating the complexities of living a new life in the past.

"11.22.63" received positive reviews, earning an 83% on Rotten Tomatoes, yet its public presence diminished after its initial run. The show's license with Hulu expired, leading to its availability on Netflix, where audiences can now assess its quality as a top Stephen King adaptation.

Abrams also produced "Castle Rock," another highly regarded Stephen King adaptation that initially streamed on Hulu. This series is set in fictional Maine towns, creating a connected universe for many of King's stories, similar to how "It: Welcome to Derry" is expanding its universe. "Castle Rock" links together tales from works like "The Shining" and "Misery."