1976, Brian de Palma directs Carrie, the first novel by Stephen King. Since, more than 50 directors adapted the master of horror's books, in more than 80 films and series, making him now, the most adapted author still alive in the world.
Stephen King
Frank Darabont
Tim Curry
Tom Holland
James Caan
Mike Flanagan
Scott Hicks
Fritz Kiersch
Mikael Håfström
Zak Hilditch
Jeff Beesley
Vincenzo Natali
J.P. Scott
André Øvredal
Mick Garris
John Harrison
Mikael Salomon
Craig R. Baxley
Peter Askin
Greg Nicotero
Fraser Clarke Heston
Josh Boone
David Carson
Tod Williams
Kevin Kölsch
Dennis Widmyer