Instead of focusing on the town itself, the narrative centers on a younger version of Annie Wilkes, exploring the psychosis that eventually leads to her infamous role in Misery [3].
By focusing on a "character study" format rather than a town-wide mystery, the season premiere offers a more focused and engaging hook [3]. Castle_Rock_2018_streaming_s02e01
The episode introduces a fresh cast and story, focusing on Annie Wilkes (Lizzy Caplan) and her daughter/sister Joy, as they pass through the town of Castle Rock [1, 3]. Instead of focusing on the town itself, the
