Stephen King's Storm of the Century

About Stephen King's Storm of the Century

Released in 1999, Stephen King's Storm of the Century is a horror mini-series that is set in the small island town of Little Tall, in Maine. The town falls prey to a violent snowstorm that cuts off its links with the outside world. As the townspeople battle nature's fury, they are surprised by the arrival of an enigmatic stranger. The stranger starts wreaking havoc in the serene town with a series of murders, bringing the worst kind of terror to the doorstep of the town residents. As the snow buries the streets and the storm suppresses the only sources of light, the town faces an unimaginable ordeal. The inhabitants are forced to make an unthinkable choice to ensure the safety of their children.

Making / Production

Stephen King's Storm of the Century was written directly for the screen by Stephen King. The original screenplay was converted into a miniseries directed by Craig R. Baxley and produced by Mark Carliner and Thomas Brodek. Despite the challenges posed by the weather-intensive setting, the production team managed to realistically portray a town in siege, both from a ruthless blizzard and a terrifying stranger.

Actors

• Tim Daly plays as Mike Anderson, the town constable, given an excellent portrayal of a man torn between duty and conscience.
• Colm Feore is Andre Linoge, the malevolent stranger, whose menacing character sends chills down the audience's spine.
• Debrah Farentino plays as Molly Anderson, Mike's wife, giving a remarkable depiction of a woman slowly succumbing to fear as the storm continues.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The miniseries is based on a screenplay written directly for television by Stephen King.
• The principal photography of the series was done in Southwest Harbor, Maine.
• The name "Linoge" is an anagram of "Legion," a name often associated with the devil or demonic forces.

Quotes

• "Give me what I want, and I'll go away."
• "Born in lust, turn to dust. Born in sin, come on in!"

Music, Soundtrack

• The score of Stephen King's Storm of the Century was composed by Gary Chang. His music enhances the eerie atmosphere, aiding the suspense build-up.