Which would u recommend

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chief4db

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The mist is on netflix in episode form. I have not seen movie or read it. I was thinking of which way would b best to approach it. Wanted ur guys and gals opinion. 1] should i read it first then watch. Which is the usual way i do it. 2] watch then read or 3] watch an episode then read up to that part. Never done the 3rd way and kinda intriques me a little bit. Anyways wondering ur thoughts on each spproach or any other ways to go about it. Ty
 

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The mist is on netflix in episode form. I have not seen movie or read it. I was thinking of which way would b best to approach it. Wanted ur guys and gals opinion. 1] should i read it first then watch. Which is the usual way i do it. 2] watch then read or 3] watch an episode then read up to that part. Never done the 3rd way and kinda intriques me a little bit. Anyways wondering ur thoughts on each spproach or any other ways to go about it. Ty
Book - the story as it was written by the wordslinger. Best choice in my opinion.
Original movie-- alternate ending ( which SK said he liked)- acceptable.
The TV series -- pass.
 

Spideyman

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I've watched this several times and never knew about an alternate ending. Will have to get my hands on a DVD and watch it. Thanks, Spidey! :love_heart:
The statute of limitations has long expired on spoilersfor The Mist, but King himself, a vocal fan of Darabont's revised ending, described it as “the most shocking ending ever,” and said, “there should be a law passed stating that anybody who reveals the last 5 minutes of this film should be hung from their neck until ..
 

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...run like hell from the TV series...

a damn good Advice
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