I caught this TV adaptation of King's novel last week. Despite the
fact is starred David Soul, I found it to be oddly effective. Like
many of King's novels it's too long, but I was able to hang in and
there are several pretty scary scenes. I think the thing was directed
by Tobe Hooper, but I might have that wrong. The editing was the most
unusual thing about the production, as time would pass between scenes
at wildly different rates making for a somewhat unpredictable TV show
(a good thing) and causing a lot of the story to be told second hand
and not shown. This technique worked, making many things creepier
than they might have been if they had shown them. Clearly there were
was inspiration from Night Stalker, particularly in the little
cliffhangers from time to time, but overall it held my attention.
I've never read King's original novel, but I might have to give a try.

Dean