Where “Life of Chuck” really succeeds is in passing the torch to others who help create the character (including Jacob Tremblay and Pajak). They’re just as invested and responsible for making this a ...

Director Mike Flanagan may understand Stephen King’s darker side better than most, but he also has a good handle on the author’s sentimental bent. “The Life of Chuck” mines both.

Director Mike Flanagan may understand Stephen King’s darker side better than most, but he also has a good handle on the author’s sentimental bent. “The Life of Chuck” mines both.

Director Mike Flanagan may understand Stephen King’s darker side better than most, but he also has a good handle on the author’s sentimental bent. “The Life of Chuck” mines both.

Director Mike Flanagan may understand Stephen King’s darker side better than most, but he also has a good handle on the author’s sentimental bent. “The Life of Chuck” mines both.