Mike Flanagan teases a Stephen King Easter egg inThe Life of Chuckfrom a previous horror adaptation. Written and directed by Flanagan, based on the 2020 novella by King, the upcoming film follows the life of the titular Chuck Krantz, told in reverse chronological order from his time growing up in a haunted house to the impending apocalypse during his adulthood. Tom Hiddleston leadsThe Life of Chuckcastalongside Chiwetel Ejiofor, Karen Gillan, Mark Hamill, Jacob Tremblay, and Nick Offerman.
Now, on Instagram,Mike Flanaganteased aStephen King Easter egg inThe Life of Chuckfrom his previous adaptation of the author’s work –Doctor Sleep. The writer-director revealed that Rose’s Hat fromDoctor Sleep, which was released in theaters five years ago, will make a “special, subtle appearance” inThe Life of Chuck. Check out his post below:
Flanagan’s full post, as seen above, reads “From the Prop Collection: Rose’s hat from DOCTOR SLEEP, which was released in theaters 5 years ago. (This hat also makes a special, subtle appearance in THE LIFE OF CHUCK…)”
What The Doctor Sleep Easter Egg In The Life Of Chuck Means For The Movie
It’s Loosely Connected To Mike Flanagan Past Stephen King Adaptations
The presence of Rose’s hat inThe Life of Chuckmeans thatMike Flanagan’s upcomingStephen King adaptationwill include some subtle references to his past ones, includingDoctor Sleepand possibly evenGerald’s Game. This also opens the door for some additional references to King’s stories sinceDoctor Sleepis set in the author’s overarching multiverse. Easter Eggs are nothing new for Flanagan as his recent Netflix series,The Fall of the House of Usher, featured many references to the author of its source material – Edgar Allan Poe.
The Life Of Chuck Review: Mike Flanagan Successfully Mixes Genres In Exciting Stephen King Adaptation
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.
The inclusion of Rose’s hat inThe Life of ChuckunderscoresFlanagan’s ongoing efforts to weave a subtle tapestry connecting his King adaptations. By referencingDoctor Sleep, the Easter Egg not only nods to Flanagan’s previous adaptation, but also hints at some sort of shared universe, a recurring theme in King’s work. Flanagan is also currently working on aDark Towerseriesadapting King’s novels, which are considered the linchpin of his multiverse.
Our Take On The Doctor Sleep Easter Egg In The Life Of Chuck
It Should Be Subtle
TheDoctor SleepEaster egg inThe Life of Chuckshould be a subtle touch, as Flanagan says, soit likely won’t have any effect on the actual narrative. Instead, the Easter egg should serve as a fun connection to Flanagan’s previous King adaptation and provide a special touch for eagle-eyed fans who recognize Rose’s hat. Knowing Flanagan though, this won’t be the only Easter egg inThe Life of Chuck.
The Life of Chuck
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The Life of Chuck is a film exploring the life of Chuck Krantz, presented in reverse chronological order.
