Some Stephen King books and movies that do not take place in Maine include "The Shining" (set in Colorado), "Doctor Sleep" (set in various locations), "Misery" (set in Colorado), and "The Dark Tower" series (set in a fantasy world with connections to other Stephen King works).
The Overlook
The Stanley Hotel, Colorado
It is supposed to be in Colorado.
The Stanley Hotel, Colorado
The Stanley Hotel, Estes Park, Colorado
"The Shining" is based on the fictional Overlook Hotel, which is situated in the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. While the story is not directly based on a specific town, the setting draws inspiration from locations like Estes Park and the Stanley Hotel in Colorado.
"The Shining" novel takes place during the winter at the Overlook Hotel in Colorado, where the Torrance family serves as caretakers during its off-season closure.
Stephen King. It appeared in The Shining and Misery.
The Stanley Hotel at 333 Wonder Avenue in Estes Park.
The Japanese release date for The Shining Darkness is 20 February, 2010. There isn't a set date for the English release.
The opening scenes of "The Shining" were filmed along the scenic roads of Glacier National Park in Montana, specifically the Going-to-the-Sun Road. The breathtaking mountainous landscapes and winding roads create an eerie and atmospheric introduction to the film. Although the story is set in Colorado, the filming location contributes to the movie's iconic visual style.