Stephen King Freaks Out Over New Netflix Horror Show—Calls It “Remarkable”

Sometimes a single comment from a well-known voice can bring a lot of attention to a new show. That is especially true in the horror world, where fans often look to familiar names for guidance on what is worth watching next.

That kind of reaction tends to happen even faster today, with social media making it easy for comments to spread in seconds. A short post or quick review can turn into a major talking point overnight. It becomes less about marketing and more about trust. Viewers feel like they are getting a real, honest reaction, and that can carry a lot of weight.

This time, it was Stephen King who got people talking. The famous writer shared his thoughts online about a new series on Netflix, and his reaction quickly caught attention. He wrote, “LORD OF THE FLIES (Netflix): I had my doubts, but it’s remarkable. Captures all the horror and mystery of lost children descending into…well, you decide.”

The show he was talking about is Lord of the Flies, a new television adaptation of the classic 1954 novel by William Golding. This version marks the first time the story has been turned into a TV series. It was developed and written by Jack Thorne and directed by Marc Munden. The project was made for BBC iPlayer and BBC One, with support from Stan, and was released on February 8.

The story follows a group of boys who end up stranded on a remote island after a plane crash. At first, they try to stay organized. Ralph, played by Winston Sawyers, steps up as a leader, with help from Piggy, played by David McKenna. But things slowly fall apart. Jack, played by Lox Pratt, begins to challenge Ralph, and the group starts to split. As time passes, their small society breaks down and turns darker.

The series has been getting strong reactions from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, it holds a 91 percent score based on early reviews. Metacritic gave it a score of 84, which points to very positive feedback overall.

Several critics have shared their thoughts. Anita Singh from The Telegraph gave it five stars and called it “a first-class example of an adaptation done right,” adding that it was “stunningly directed” and “a tour de force.” The Spectator described the show as “mesmerically brilliant,” saying it reminds people what strong storytelling can look like.

Nick Hilton from The Independent gave it four stars and called it “bold” and “brilliant,” while Claudia Cockerell from The Standard said it is “a slick, visually rich adaptation” that handles the source material well. Radio Times also praised the show, calling it “a glorious reminder of the novel’s power.”

Not every review was fully positive, but even the mixed ones still found things to like. Lucy Mangan from The Guardian gave it three stars but pointed out that “the acting is absolutely excellent.” Financial Times described it as “beautiful, haunting and confusing,” saying it focuses more on style than clarity.

The cast includes several young actors such as Ike Talbut as Simon, Thomas Connor as Roger, and Noah and Cassius Flemyng as Sam and Eric. There are also adult roles, including Rory Kinnear and Daniel Mays.

With strong reviews and a high-profile reaction from Stephen King, the show is getting a lot of attention. His words alone have made many fans curious, especially those who enjoy dark and intense stories.

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