A new trailer for MGM+’s upcoming Stephen King horror show,The Institute, reveals aStranger Things-like lab that’s holding teens with supernatural powers.The InstituteTV showis based on King’s 2019 novel of the same name. The story follows teenager Luke Ellis (Joe Freeman) who awakens in a facility with multiple children that appear to possess supernatural gifts. While the children try to uncover the larger purpose behind their new circumstances, a police officer, Tim Jamieson (Ben Barnes) starts to investigate the building.
Now,MGM+has released a trailer forThe Institute, showcasing what to expect from the horror TV series adapted from King’s novel.The trailer shows Luke finding himself trapped in the titular building, alongside other children. He confronts the head of the Institute, Ms. Sigsby (Mary-Louise Parker), who says his parents know where he is. He’s subjected to tests alongside the other supernatural children, who are plotting an escape attempt. Tim is also investigating, with both storylines hinting at colliding in explosive fashion. The trailer ends confirming a 2-episode premiere on Sunday, July 13. Check out the full trailer below:
What The Institute Trailer Reveals About The Show
Another Strong Entry In MGM+’s Catalog
MGM+ has been highly successful with their recent horror shows, such asFrom, which has become one of the most successful shows on the network.They’re also no stranger to adapting King’s work, having previously createdChapelwaite, a limited series adapting “Jerusalem’s Lot,” a short story prequel to’Salem’s Lot. WithFromseason 4confirmed,The Instituteadds another major horror TV show to the network’s lineup, and their second time broadcasting King’s work to the small screen.
Based on the events of the trailer, it seemsthe show will focus on building the narrative surrounding the Institute as the children try to find their way out. The more scientific elements of the trailer signal the series will belikeStranger Thingsto some extent, with the experiments seemingly having a larger purpose that hasn’t been revealed yet. Even so, the action-packed moments in the trailer signal the kids will find some way out, but whether their escape is truly permanent remains unknown.
Our Take On The Institute’s New Trailer
A Thrilling Story Promising Tense, Supernatural Terror
With the trailer promising intriguing mysteries and a thrilling escape attempt,The Instituteseems like it will tap into King’s unique brand of supernatural horror. The show is already setting up a multifaceted mystery with both kidnappings and an investigation, both of which will likely reveal the truth about the location. With the series premiere just a month away, it won’t be long until more about the book adaptation’s story is bolstered onscreen.
