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Dark Series 'The Institute' Adaptation Gets Author

  • Benjamin Cavell and Jack Bender are the writer and director behind the adaptation of Stephen King's 2019 book 'The Institute,' which premieres on MGM+ on July 13.
  • Jack Bender stated that the book moved him deeply after the Parkland school massacre, highlighting the impact of real-life tragedies.
  • Cavell noted that the political drive of younger generations adds urgency to the series, focusing on kids saving themselves instead of traditional heroes.
  • Cavell and Bender expressed interest in exploring deeper lore beyond the text if a second season is green-lit, indicating discussions with Stephen King about future possibilities.
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‘The Institute’ Boss Explains Adaptation’s Major Changes From Stephen King’s Novel

'Something is indeed rotten in the state of The Institute,' executive producer and director Jack Bender says.

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Dark series 'The Institute' adaptation gets author Stephen King's thumbs up

Stephen King shares his thoughts on adapting his books for screens, emphasizing the importance of staying true to his stories.

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