A weekly retrospective review of the works of Stephen King.
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Sep 29, 2026 · 40:55
Here, I examine the first four episodes of the Apple's adaptation of King's most personal work. Longtime listeners will remember that this is a novel I could never connect with,…
Sep 22, 2026 · 19:53
In 2020, when The Outsider first premiered, I recorded a review of the conclusion of The Outsider. In the years that have past, I have a different perspective on its ending. In…
Sep 15, 2026 · 27:38
I continue my analysis of HBO's masterpiece, this time focusing my attention on the brilliance of Ben Mendelsohn's performance as Ralph Anderson.
Sep 8, 2026 · 43:44
In 2020, HBO gave us one of King's adaptations and one of television's most gripping mini series. Stacked with talent and a story woven with delicious writing, we were treated to…
Sep 1, 2026 · 1:06:53
Ahhh, The Mist. It's no surprise that they decided to make a television show considering the impact from the movie, which is still considered to have one of the most divisive and…
Aug 25, 2026 · 34:16
In this episode, we say goodbye the Finders Keepers crew. Does the John Rothstein plot wrap up nicely? Does it feel like a fitting ending for our characters? Join me in saying…
Aug 18, 2026 · 34:04
Pulling from the second novel, Finder's Keepers, as the source material for this season, we pick up with Bill and company as they explore the legal and emotional fallout from…
Aug 13, 2026 · 32:56
Welcome back to another episode breaking down the final 5 episodes of the second season of Mr. Mercedes. We start to deviate from the text as it barrels towards a true conclusion…
Jul 30, 2026 · 38:07
In this episode, I dive back into David E. Kelly's wonderful adaptation of a book series that I had struggled with. But watching this show continues to blow me away. The steady…
Jul 25, 2026 · 53:12
In this episode, I read some listener e-mails, address some feedback and discuss why you've been hearing ads on the podcast and the promotion of the Patreon feed. I thought that…
Jun 29, 2026 · 1:10:32
Hello, everyone! I know that I didn't put out a new episode last week, but I still wanted to make sure that you had something from me, so in this episode, you get a full, free…
Jun 17, 2026 · 58:10
Mick Garris is back with another Stephen King adaptation. Starring James Bond himself as the chambray-shirt wearing best selling novelist who investigates a 100 year old mystery…
Jun 7, 2026 · 21:49
In 1976, Anne Rice forever changed the vampire with the publication of Interview With The Vampire. Injected with romanticism, passion, sexuality, queer relationships and…
Jun 3, 2026 · 25:05
This episode is an introduction to a larger exploration occurring over on Patreon . "Ladies and gentlemen, at long last I am diving into the bibliography of one of Stephen King's…
May 30, 2026 · 23:05
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, Star Wars crashed and burned its sequel trilogy with a final installment that created doubt for the future of the franchise. However,…
Apr 10, 2026 · 19:38
Hello, everyone! I just wanted to provide this mini-bonus episode. I fill you in on what's occurring over on the Patreon page ( www.patreon.com/stephenkingcast ) and provide the…
Apr 4, 2026 · 16:08
Hi, everyone! I just wanted to keep you all in the loop with a big announcement regarding this podcast!
Mar 31, 2026 · 1:13:38
In this episode, with a new introduction, I talk about the strength of this story and my disappointment that it wasn't a novel first as well as the impact of the character of…
Mar 10, 2026 · 31:31
This was a fun one to revisit. The movie is atrocious, but it's a fun romp! As always, if you have any thoughts on anything related to Stephen King, write into…
Mar 3, 2026 · 37:22
As always, if you have any thoughts on anything related to Stephen King, write into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow on Bluesky, Facebook, Tik Tok and Instagram. Stay organized…
Mar 3, 2026 · 1:24:08
In 1994, Mick Garris had the unenviable task of bringing one of King's most beloved novels to life on ABC. People tuned in to watch it, and it certainly remained faithful to the…
Feb 10, 2026 · 1:18:33
In this episode, I review the classic ABC TV mini series and begin by placing it within the context of the more recent interpretation of the material and character of Pennywise…
Feb 3, 2026 · 1:13:45
Welcome back to the Stephen Kingcast. As I continue to explore King's adapted televised works, I re-examine the seminal 1979 Salem's Lot two part TV movie. The original review…
Feb 2, 2026 · 14:04
Hello, everyone! Here is an announcement regarding the status of the Stephen Kingcast. From upcoming episodes, to the re-organization of old episodes, to the new website and . .…
Jan 22, 2026 · 58:27
Happy New Year, everyone! One thing I've been grateful for this year is the opportunity to discover new authors I haven't been familiar with. In this episode, I share my joy of…
Jan 22, 2026 · 41:20
Don't Flinch! My review is here! As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and Bluesky. Stay organized and up to date with all…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:30:53
Hello, everyone and Happy Holidays! In this bonus episode, I share 4 wonderful spooky cartoons that you can watch as a family!
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:14:33
I'm back because HE'S back with a new collection of short stories. I review each one of them and rank them in order of appreciation. Grab a flashlight and join me for You Like It…
Jan 22, 2026 · 44:58
It's a Christmas Miracle! I'm back to talk about King's later book, Holly. Enjoy! As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and…
Jan 22, 2026 · 48:07
Welcome back, everyone! In this week's final episode, I discuss the nature of fan service, give my thoughts on the totality of Gwendy's Final Task, and then focus in on the…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:32:27
Here it is, everyone! I'm so happy to dive into the Well of the Worlds to give you my review of Stephen King's latest! It's a wonderful story about magic, the lengths you'll go…
Jan 22, 2026 · 29:38
Here's my review of Later! A boy who can speak to the dead. A killer from beyond the grave. And the return of Ritual of CHUD. What's not to love? As always, write in at…
Jan 22, 2026 · 52:14
Originally published on July 17, 2020, I provided a number of book recommendations to help get everyone through the pandemic. Original description: "I'm back! I'm alive! No need…
Jan 22, 2026 · 58:28
We contain multitudes. It's a beautiful message, wonderfully explored by Mike Flanagan in his latest adaptation of a King story. As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:10:53
Welcome back for another analysis of a brand spankin' new Stephen King publication, this time the 2020 novella collection If It Bleeds. Please write in at anytime to…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:45:08
Welcome back! This week, I discuss the recent trailer for The Outsider, preview Castle Rock season 2, discuss my thoughts on The Stand casting, quickly review In The Tall Grass,…
Jan 22, 2026 · 57:27
Please note that this was originally published on June 25, 2019. Original description: "I'm alive! For real! And I'm back to give my thoughts on the It: Chapter 2 Trailer, the…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:28:29
Please note that this was originally published on February 18, 2019. Hello all! Welcome to this week's episode. I have a big announcement to drop. But first, I share some…
Jan 22, 2026 · 20:51
Welcome back! In this easy, breezy ep, I turn my thoughts towards episode 2 of Castle Rock, Season 2. As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:24:18
I heard there was a new season of a Stephen King show floating about the world. I wanted to talk about it! As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on…
Jan 22, 2026 · 52:45
Here we are at the conclusion of Castle Rock? Did it live up to expectations? What did it all mean? What were Thomason and Shaw playing at this entire time? Tune into this…
Jan 22, 2026 · 31:51
There are other worlds than these. As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and Bluesky. Stay organized and up to date with all…
Jan 22, 2026 · 29:59
Things have begun to spiral out of control within this sleepy little berg. Thankfully that makes for thrilling television! As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow…
Jan 22, 2026 · 47:02
Grab your tissues. You're going to need them. Sometimes an episode comes along that cements a show in history. This is that episode. This is that show. As always, write in at…
Jan 22, 2026 · 50:34
Oooooh, boy, this show is getting good, guys! As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and Bluesky. Stay organized and up to…
Jan 22, 2026 · 58:58
Welcome back, everyone! In this week, I talk about the recent news regarding Castle Rock season 2, dive into some e-mails and review episode 5! As always, write in at…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:01:50
In this very special episode, co-creator and co-showrunner of Castle Rock, Dustin Thomason and I talk about all things Stephen King, the origins of Castle Rock, the push/pull of…
Jan 22, 2026 · 57:57
"You had my curiousity, but now you have my attention." These words were uttered in the movie Django Unchained, but they sum up how I feel with Castle Rock, coming out of episode…
Jan 22, 2026 · 53:24
Welcome back, everyone! Here are all my thoughts on Castle Rock's second and third episodes. As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok,…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:20:38
Welcome back, or should I say, welcome home to Stephen King's most celebrated town, the one and only Castle Rock. We've all been waiting for this moment for over a year, since we…
Jan 22, 2026 · 24:05
In this episode, I prepare for Castle Rock. Let's get excited, everyone! As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and Bluesky.…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:40:29
It's a jammed packed episode in which I give my general thoughts on The Haunting of Hill House, my review of the Pet Sematary trailer and a deeper look into the recent…
Jan 22, 2026 · 50:34
Please note that this episode originally aired on July 17, 2018. Here is the original description: "Welcome back, everyone! A listener recently asked me to provide an update on…
Jan 22, 2026 · 25:30
I'm here to discuss the final episodes of HBO's adaptation of The Outsider.
Jan 22, 2026 · 25:08
Welcome back! Let's talk about listener e-mail, some iTunes reviews, gush over Holly Gibney and get ready for Locke and Key! February is a great month for King fans!
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:04:28
It's good! I love it! Tune in to find out why! Be warned that I read listener e-mail and iTunes reviews before getting to my thoughts.
Jan 22, 2026 · 39:10
Here are all my thoughts on the conclusion of The Outsider! As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and Bluesky. Stay organized…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:24:20
Welcome back, everyone! Last week, King released his newest novel, The Outsider! Part crime-fiction, part supernatural, it's a great blend of the genres that King loves, and the…
Jan 22, 2026 · 51:57
Please note that this episode was originally released on May, 13, 2018. From the original description: "Welcome back, everyone! In this episode, I break down the big news stories…
Jan 22, 2026 · 24:32
In this episode, originally released on April 3, 2018, I read some listener e-mail and discuss the (at the time) Stephen King news. As always, write in at…
Jan 22, 2026 · 34:49
In this episode, originally published on February 18, 2018, I examine the (at the time) current Stephen King news: As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:40:55
In this bonus episode, originally published on May 3, 2017, I analyze the first trailer for The Dark Tower. As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:05:24
Please note that this episode originally aired on April 1, 2017. In it, I geek out about the first trailer to the upcoming It adaptation. As always, write in at…
Jan 22, 2026 · 41:48
Please note that this episode originally aired on March 19, 2017. It focuses primarily on the release of the Dark Tower movie poster and other Stephen King news (at the time). As…
Jan 22, 2026 · 57:39
In this episode, I present my review of King and Chizmar's collaboration, a return to your favorite small town (with an appearance from your favorite Walkin' Dude!): Gwendy's…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:22:03
Welcome back, everyone! I'm sorry about the unexpected hiatus, but I'm back to review King and King's collaboration, the timely Sleeping Beauties. Enjoy! As always, write in at…
Jan 22, 2026 · 29:29
As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and Bluesky. Stay organized and up to date with all things Stephen King at…
Jan 22, 2026 · 26:13
In this episode, I continue to examine the television adaptation of Mr. Mercedes, reviewing episodes 3-6. Enjoy! I know I did! As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:12:17
I have long been on record as a critic of King's Mr. Mercedes trilogy. So when I heard that David E. Kelly was making a television based on this property, I was less than…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:00:54
Welcome back, everyone! As you know, earlier this month, Stephen King concluded his Mercedes Killer trilogy with End of Watch. As promised, I'm here to review his latest, as well…
Jan 22, 2026 · 48:44
Note: This is a bonus episode originally published on July 15, 2016. As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and Bluesky. Stay…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:18:01
Originally published on April 30, 2016, this is a bonus episode that includes Apple Podcast reviews, listener e-mails, Stephen King news and an (at the time) update on the…
Jan 22, 2026 · 54:57
In this episode, I review the stellar new collection of short stories, The Bazaar of Bad Dreams. Which stories stand out? Which ones fall flat? Do any rise to the top SK stories…
Jan 22, 2026 · 25:36
How does King's follow up to Mr. Mercedes hold up? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast! As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok,…
Jan 22, 2026 · 20:14
It's alive! It's alive! This podcast is alive, and it's here to talk about the ending to one of King's latest, the 2014 release of Revival. As always, write in at…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:36:14
On Tuesday, November 11, 2014, Stephen King released his electric newest novel, Revival! Check out this week's review to hear my thoughts! As always, write in at…
Jan 22, 2026 · 24:07
Here are all my thoughts on the conclusion of Mr. Mercedes! As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and Bluesky. Stay organized…
Jan 22, 2026 · 35:01
The question we should be asking ourselves with Mr. Mercedes is, "Is King playing a metatextual game with us when presenting the character of Brady or did he unknowingly create…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:19:02
It's a week late, but better late than never! Here are all my thoughts on Mike Flanagan's Doctor Sleep! For additional thoughts on Doctor Sleep, make sure you check out my review…
Jan 22, 2026 · 32:38
Hello, everyone! With this episode, I talk about how King concludes not only Doctor Sleep, but The Shining as well. As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:25:25
With Doctor Sleep, King returns to the world he immortalized in the pages of The Shining. Dipping back to popular wells is always a tricky decision to make. The question we…
Jan 22, 2026 · 15:18
Here are all my thoughts on the conclusion of Joyland! As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and Bluesky. Stay organized and…
Jan 22, 2026 · 32:37
In 2013, Stephen King released a wonderful little book about the first steps into adulthood, heartbreak, love, friendship and carnies set against the backdrop of a coastal…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:06:36
I don't think any of us expected a return to Mid-World, but I'm not complaining! Though the journey might be over, All-World is a large and mysterious, and I want to spend more…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:09:49
In this episode, I review the final episode of Hulu's 11/22/63. As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and Bluesky. Stay…
Jan 22, 2026 · 32:50
In this episode, I review the seventh episode of Hulu's 11/22/63. As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and Bluesky. Stay…
Jan 22, 2026 · 24:55
In this episode, I review the sixth episode of Hulu's 11/22/63. As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and Bluesky. Stay…
Jan 22, 2026 · 25:32
In this episode, I review the fifth episode of Hulu's 11/22/63. As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and Bluesky. Stay…
Jan 22, 2026 · 42:22
In this episode, I review the fourth episode of Hulu's 11/22/63. As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and Bluesky. Stay…
Jan 22, 2026 · 56:49
In this episode, I review the third episode of Hulu's 11/22/63. As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and Bluesky. Stay…
Jan 22, 2026 · 25:00
Here are all my thoughts on the conclusion of 11/22/63! As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and Bluesky. Stay organized and…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:42:01
Get your tissues ready for this one, guys. 11/22/63 was a major surprise to anyone thinking they were going to get a novel JUST about time travel and changing the course of…
Jan 22, 2026 · 51:07
Welcome back, everyone! Last night, 1922 dropped on Netflix, and I'm back again to give all my thoughts on King's latest adaptation. As always, write in at…
Jan 22, 2026 · 25:08
Yikes.
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:05:15
In this week's episode, I look at King's deliciously dark collection of novellas, Full Dark, No Stars. How does it fare to his previous works? Find out this week in the Stephen…
Jan 22, 2026 · 30:08
Welcome back! Let's talk about the universally maligned ending to Under the Dome. Does it deserve the critical reputation that it's garnered since its publication? Find out in…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:19:02
In this week's review, I examine what very well be one of King's greatest of all time, Under the Dome. Not to be confused with the CBS series, or the plot of the Simpon movie,…
Jan 22, 2026 · 32:06
Welcome back, everyone! In this week, I share all my thoughts on the remaining short stories from Just After Sunset! As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on…
Jan 22, 2026 · 1:07:14
In this week of The Stephen Kingcast, I take a look at King's short story collection, Just After Sunset, which might include his greatest short story of all time: N. As always,…
Jan 22, 2026 · 36:30
Here are all my thoughts on the conclusion of Duma Key! As always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com Follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok, Facebook and Bluesky. Stay organized and…
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