Since beating his demons, Kings work has sometimes traded darkness for reflection.

Even adaptations that are more fondly remembered such asITdont hold up particularly well when dusted off and watched again.

That said, does it buck the trend?

11.22.63is certainly a step in the right direction.

Al, it seems, is the possessor of a time tunnel back into 1958.

Franco is supported ably by the fabulous Chris Cooper who is always good value for money.

Time will tell if thats truly the case but as opening salvoes go,11.22.63is firmly on target.