Mike Flanagan’s The Life of Chuck Returns for One-Night Theatrical Event

Following its acclaimed premiere at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival, where it received the People’s Choice Award, and a successful nationwide release, Mike Flanagan’s The Life of Chuck is heading back to theaters for a single evening on October 1.

This special screening will be accompanied by an exclusive conversation between filmmaker Mike Flanagan and actor Mark Hamill, giving audiences behind-the-scenes insight into the creative process, the film’s emotional themes, and the lasting influence of Stephen King’s short story.

Tickets are available beginning September 24 through major ticketing platforms and participating theaters. The film will be shown in Dolby Cinema at AMC locations and on RPX screens at Regal theaters.

Based on King’s novella from If It Bleeds, the film follows Charles “Chuck” Krantz, whose story is told backwards—from his death in a collapsing world to his joyful childhood. More contemplative than terrifying, the film reflects on love, memory, and mortality, positioning itself as a celebration of ordinary life and fleeting moments rather than a tale of horror.

Flanagan, known for Doctor Sleep and The Haunting of Hill House, discovered the story during the early pandemic and was struck by its mix of despair and hope. He has said the material left him feeling unexpectedly peaceful and inspired, an effect he sought to capture on screen. Working with cinematographer Eben Bolter, Flanagan created a distinct visual style for each stage of Chuck’s life, while longtime collaborators The Newton Brothers crafted a score that balances intimacy and grandeur.

The ensemble cast includes Tom Hiddleston as Chuck, alongside Chiwetel Ejiofor, Karen Gillan, Benjamin Pajak, Jacob Tremblay, and Mark Hamill. Highlights include a joyous six-minute dance sequence choreographed by Emmy-winner Mandy Moore, and a moving monologue from Hamill that Flanagan has described as one of the actor’s most powerful performances.

Celebrated as one of Flanagan’s most moving projects, The Life of Chuck has been praised for its heartfelt exploration of what it means to live a meaningful life. This one-night event offers audiences another opportunity to see the film on the big screen and experience its blend of intimacy, spectacle, and emotional resonance.

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