Stephen King's "The Jaunt" to Become Feature Film

According to Deadline, Stephen King's sci-fi short story about teleportation gone wrong, "The Jaunt," is being optioned for film by Plan B, Brad Pitt's production company.

Andy Muschietti and Barbara Muschietti, the duo behind the 2013 horror film Mama, are attached to the project. Andy will direct the film. No studio has been set for the film, but Plan B has a first-look deal with New Regency and RatPac Entertainment. 

"The Jaunt" takes place in the 24th century. Teleportation between worlds is now possible. The only catch is that travelers must be under anethesia, so that they're not conscious for the trip. Being awake is bad news. You can probably guess what happens. 

The story was first published in 1981 in Twilight Zone Magazine, and it was later collected in 1985's Skeleton Crew, his second short story collection. It's a short little sci-fi tale and definitely worth the read. Don't wait for the movie!

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