The story is told in reverse order, and is definitely among the more experimental of Kings works.

The prospect of another Flanagan-directed King adaptation after 2017sGeralds Gameand 2019sDoctor Sleephas already gained a lot of attention.

The Life of Chuckhad its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 6, 2024.

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Hiddleston is joined by Mark Hamill (Star Wars)as Albie Krantz, Chuck’s grandfather.

The Life of Chuckis based on a story from the 2020 Stephen King novella collectionIf It Bleeds.

The teaser concludes with a high-angle shot of Chuck standing in the street as life passes around him.

A composite image of Chuck smirking at the camera in front of Chuck dancing against a blue backdrop in The Life of Chuck.

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Shortly after the teaser dropped, NEON provided a full trailer forThe Life of Chuckin April 2025.

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The Life of Chuck is a narrative exploring the life of Chuck Krantz, presented in reverse chronological order. The film begins with Chuck’s end, gradually revealing his earlier experiences and the events that shaped his journey, offering a unique perspective on his lifetime.

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Chiwetel Ejiofor in front of a chalkboard in The Life of Chuck

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Molly C. Quinn as Jenny looking to the side in The Fall of the House of Usher

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Sienna (Lauren LaVera) looking directly to the camera in Terrifier 3

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Tom Hiddleston as Charles Krantz in The Life of Chuck poster sitting at his desk and smiling

Tom Hiddleston softly smiling in The Life of Chuck

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