HBO Max has released a new adaptation of the classic horror film “Salem’s Lot,” which follows the story of Ben Mears, a writer who returns to a small town in Maine that is under the threat of evil vampires.
The remake became available on HBO Max on Thursday, October 3. It carries an R rating due to its graphic violence and strong language.
The storyline revolves around Mears, who intends to write a book about the Marsten House, a supposedly haunted mansion that looms over the town. However, he quickly uncovers a dark secret— the house’s owner is a vampire who is transforming the townsfolk into his undead minions.
The film was primarily shot in Massachusetts, contributing to its authentic New England atmosphere. Key filming locations included:
– Boston, where principal photography started in September 2021.
– The downtown area of Ipswich.
– Sterling.
– Clinton.
– Princeton, where the Princeton Public Library served as a filming site for three days.
– Stow, featuring a house on Crescent Street.
Stephen King penned “Salem’s Lot” in 1975, marking it as his second novel following the success of “Carrie.”
For those interested in the original 1979 version of “Salem’s Lot,” it can be rented on platforms like Prime Video and Apple TV, and is available to subscribers on HBO Max.