The Life of Chuck (M)

Based on the novella by Stephen King, The Life of Chuck is a poignant, genre-defying journey through one man’s extraordinary life… told in reverse. Brought to life with affecting sincerity by Tom Hiddleston in the titular lead role and directed by Stephen King adaptation specialist, Mike Flanagan, this meditative and imaginative tale balances the intimate and the cosmic.

From his final days in a crumbling world back to the innocence of childhood, the film weaves together three distinct chapters that gradually reveal the quiet power and mystery of Charles Krantz. As reality itself seems to unravel, we uncover the beauty and tragedy of a life filled with ordinary wonders, unexpected connections, and the enduring echoes of love, loss and legacy.

With its surreal touches, masterful storytelling and rich emotional core, it’s a singular cinematic experience that invites the viewer to reflect on what makes a life meaningful.

Cast: Tom Hiddleston, Mark Hamill, Lauren LaVera, Karen Gillan, Matthew Lillard, Harvey Guillén, David Dastmalchian, Mia Sara, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Q'orianka Kilcher, Jacob Tremblay

Director: Mike Flanagan

★★★★★ "Mike Flanagan crafts one of the finest Stephen King adaptations ever, capturing the soulful optimism bubbling beneath the author’s best work" DEN OF GEEK

★★★★★ "glimmering precious gem of joy" AGE OF GEEK

★★★★ "An uplifting, heartfelt, and neatly human story told on the screen with as much warmth and compassion as King originally did on the page" FILM FEEDER

★★★★ "A beautiful, weird celebration of life and all the moments that make one worth living." AU REVIEW

★★★★ "The film is poignant and meaningful, with an appreciation for life that reminds us why we live it and how to enjoy it as well." SCREEN RANT

★★★★ "Mike Flanagan continues to showcase why he’s uniquely capable of staging Stephen King at his most unadaptable with this lovely and heartbreaking rendition of ‘The Life of Chuck.’" DREAD CENTRAL

★★★★ "Ultimately, Flanagan’s latest film reminds us of one simple truth: in life, it’s the little things that matter most." REEL REVIEWS