Darren Aronofsky May Remake Stephen King’s CUJO for Netflix

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In an unexpected twist, the infamous Saint Bernard named Cujo, known for causing terror among ’80s kids and adults, is set to make a comeback on the big screen. This time, under the leadership of an unconventional director. As reported by Deadline, it seems that Cujo, based on Stephen King’s novel about a relentless canine menace, is being remade for Netflix. And the person steering this project is none other than Darren Aronofsky, famous for directing Black Swan and The Whale. The original Cujo novel was released in 1981, during Stephen King’s literary prime, and was turned into a movie in 1983.

In the original novel and movie called “Cujo,” a St. Bernard in a peaceful town gets bitten by a rabid bat. This innocent animal transforms into a terrifying monster, causing fear among the residents. Somehow, Stephen King wrote an entire novel based on this idea and it turned out quite well. However, he confessed much later that he completed the entire book during a single night of cocaine use. The horror maestro has stated in interviews that he doesn’t remember writing it (it was a different era). A film adaptation of “Cujo” was released in 1983, featuring Dee Wallace from “E.T.” and “The Howling.” Due to its popularity, many dog owners would reprimand their misbehaving pets by calling them “Cujo.

In 1983, two films based on Stephen King’s works were released: “Cujo” and “Christine,” directed by John Carpenter. The upcoming Darren Aronofsky adaptation marks another cinematic remake of a Stephen King novel, joining the ranks of recent adaptations like “Carrie,” “Pet Sematary,” and most recently, “Salem’s Lot.” Unlike these remakes, the original versions held significant cultural impact. However, with a director like Aronofsky at the helm, there’s a chance that “Cujo” might outshine its original version, and it’s unlikely to be just another ordinary remake.

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2025-03-19 01:32