Stephen King, often recognized as the “King of Horror,” has created a literary empire that transcends the confines of any single genre. While his expertise in horror is undisputed, his oeuvre extends into suspense, crime, science fiction, fantasy, and mystery. In addition to his renowned novels, King has penned approximately 200 short stories, many of which are compiled in celebrated collections.

His 1974 debut novel, Carrie, propelled King into the spotlight and solidified his standing in horror literature. However, works like Different Seasons (1982) showcased his ability to explore broader human narratives beyond the macabre. Numerous adaptations for the screen—such as The Shining (1980), Misery (1990), The Shawshank Redemption (1994), and It (2017)—have brought his storytelling to wider audiences and secured his place in popular culture.

Beyond his prolific writing, King has emerged as a prominent public figure—open, politically vocal, and frequently engaging with readers through interviews, essays, and social media. Given his celebrity status, it’s entirely conceivable that a biopic could be made about his life one day.

Stephen King Reveals Who He Wants To Play Himself In A Biopic

Stephen King reveals multiple actors whom he would want to play himself in a biopic movie. Though King’s stories have been adapted to the screen countless times over the years, there hasn’t been much discussion about a biopic being made about him. However, King’s life, marked by early struggles and meteoric success, does offer a narrative as rich as his fiction.

Born in Portland, Maine, in 1947, King endured a modest and often difficult childhood marked by his father’s absence and his family’s financial strain. He was passionate about storytelling from a young age, though he struggled with rejection before Carrie launched his career in 1974, and he has seen continued success ever since.

During a recent interview with The Guardian, Stephen King revealed who he would want to see play himself in a biopic. Though he humorously suggested a handsome actor, like Brad Pitt, who he says is too good-looking, King acknowledged his age and suggested older choices like Christopher Lloyd or Kyle MacLachlan. Read his full comments below:

I would love to have a good-looking leading man, but I don’t think Brad Pitt would do it. He is a lot better-looking than me. I’m a little bit on the elderly side now, so I’d say maybe Christopher Lloyd or – who’s the guy in Twin Peaks, the main tall guy? Kyle MacLachlan.

Our Take On Stephen King’s Choices

Stephen King’s choices, Christopher Lloyd and Kyle MacLachlan, aren’t bad, especially for depicting the later stages of his life, though Bill Hader might be a better choice, depending on what era of King’s life the biopic would be about. Not only does Hader have the physical resemblance, but he also has the acting chops necessary to render a convincing portrayal of Stephen King.