The Long Walk Writer Reveals He Was Terrified Stephen King Would Hate the Movie (He Likes It!)

Mollner expressed his enthusiasm about adapting the novel, but also admitted feeling apprehensive due to his deep affection for the author. However, when Roy introduced him to Francis and explained his vision for the movie, it was exactly the kind of film Mollner wanted to write. Being well-acquainted with Stephen King and thrilled by Francis’s vision for the movie, he felt certain he would enjoy writing it and knew how he wanted to approach it. All he could think about was whether Stephen King would approve. Therefore, when we learned that he did like it, it was a significant and relieving moment for him.







