1408 is a 2007 American supernatural psychological horror film based on Stephen King's short story published in 1999. It was directed by Mikael Håfström, written by Matt Greenberg, Scott Alexander and Larry Karaszewski, and stars John Cusack and Samuel L. Jackson. The film follows Mike Enslin, an author who investigates allegedly haunted places. Enslin receives an ominous warning not to enter room 1408 at a New York City hotel, The Dolphin.