Horror buffs, get ready to binge.
Dish Network is offering one Stephen King fan $1,300 to screen 13 of his scariest film adaptations by Halloween and document the eerie experience.
“Halloween is just around the corner, so it’s fitting you get cozy with ‘Carrie’ or play fetch with ‘Cujo,’” the site says. “Maybe take ‘Christine’ for a spin and see where it takes you.”
In addition to “Carrie” (the original or the remake), “Cujo” and “Christine,” the daring horror devotee will also have to watch these spooky classics: “Children of the Corn,” “Creepshow,” “Dreamcatcher,” “It” (the original TV movie or the remake), “The Mist,” “Pet Sematary” (the original or the remake), “Salem’s Lot,” “The Shining,” “Thinner” and “Misery.”
Contestants, if selected for the temporary gig, must document every frightening detail, track their heart rates with a provided Fitbit device and log their sleep — or lack thereof.
The company will provide the movies to stream, plus a “survival kit” complete with a flashlight, popcorn, candy, “some Stephen King paraphernalia” and a blanket, perhaps to hide under.
The $1,300 prize — along with a gift card to see “It: Chapter 2” or “Doctor Sleep” in theaters — will be given to the lucky fan after they screen all the movies and submit their full experience.
With the caveats of being both 18 years of age — or older — and a US citizen or permanent resident, those brave enough can apply to the contest on the Dish website through Oct. 15.
So far, 2019 has been the year of Stephen King. “It: Chapter 2” just hit theaters, earning Bill Hader rave reviews for his performance, and “Doctor Sleep,” starring Ewan McGregor, will be released on the big screen on Nov. 8. A remake of “Pet Sematary” also debuted in April.