Pet Sematary is a horror novel by Stephen King, first published in 1983. The novel tells the story of Dr. Louis Creed, a physician who moves his family to a rural town in Maine and discovers a mysterious pet cemetery in the woods behind their house. When the family's beloved cat is killed by a car, Louis buries it in the pet cemetery, only to have it return from the dead as a twisted, malevolent creature.

Who Made Pet Sematary?

Author

Stephen King is an American author of horror, suspense, science fiction, and fantasy novels. He has sold more than 350 million copies of his books, many of which have been adapted into successful films and television series. King's other notable works include Carrie, The Shining, It, and The Stand.

Film Adaptations

Pet Sematary has been adapted into two feature films, one in 1989 and one in 2019. The 1989 film was directed by Mary Lambert and starred Dale Midkiff, Fred Gwynne, and Denise Crosby. The 2019 film was directed by Kevin Kolsch and Dennis Widmyer and starred Jason Clarke, Amy Seimetz, and John Lithgow.

Themes

Pet Sematary explores a number of themes, including the nature of grief, the dangers of tampering with the natural order, and the consequences of our actions. The novel also touches on the themes of family, love, and loss.

Reception

Pet Sematary was a commercial success, selling over five million copies in its first year of publication. The novel received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its suspenseful plot and well-developed characters, while others criticizing its graphic violence and bleak ending.

Legacy

Pet Sematary is considered one of Stephen King's most iconic novels. It has been praised for its effective use of horror and its exploration of dark themes. The novel has also been the subject of numerous adaptations, including two feature films, a television miniseries, and a comic book series.