MOVIE NEWS – Robert Eggers closed out 2024 with a bang, delivering his long-awaited remake of the classic silent horror film Nosferatu. A passion project years in the making, Eggers first envisioned the film back in 2015, shortly after debuting The Witch at Sundance. Now, nearly a decade later, his vision has come to life, with Nosferatu receiving critical acclaim and even earning an Academy Award nomination. But instead of taking a break, Eggers is already moving forward with his next film, currently titled Werewulf.
During a recent panel, Eggers briefly discussed his next project, which is set for a December 2026 release—continuing the holiday horror tradition he established with Nosferatu. The director didn’t reveal much, only stating, “It’s a medieval werewolf movie. And by far the darkest thing I’ve ever written.” This one simple statement is enough to send shivers down fans’ spines, especially those familiar with his previous work.
Eggers’ filmography may be short, but it’s packed with impact. From The Witch and The Lighthouse to The Northman and Nosferatu, each of his films has been praised for their meticulous historical accuracy, rich production design, and distinct dialects. Given how dark his previous movies have been, his claim that Werewulf is his darkest project yet is as exciting as it is unsettling.
‘Werewulf’ Could Be Eggers’ Best Film Yet
The medieval setting teased by Eggers opens up a brand-new chapter in his filmmaking journey. Whether it was the eerie 1630s New England of The Witch or the desolate 1890s world of The Lighthouse, Eggers has a knack for immersing audiences in historical periods while making them feel terrifyingly relevant. With Werewulf exploring the 13th century, we can only imagine the grim and brutal vision he has for werewolves in this period.
The upcoming horror film will arrive just two years after Leigh Whannell’s modern reimagining of Universal’s Wolf Man, which recently hit digital platforms following a lukewarm theatrical run. Whannell’s contemporary take on the legend received mixed reviews, making it all the more intriguing to see how Eggers will handle the classic monster when Werewulf lands in theaters for the 2026 holiday season.
Regardless of the comparisons, it’s exciting to see so many legendary horror icons being revived by today’s best filmmakers. In addition to Whannell’s Wolf Man and Eggers’ Werewulf, James Wan was also announced as the director of a Creature from the Black Lagoon remake early last year. While updates on that project have been scarce, fans are still hoping it moves forward. For now, all eyes are on Eggers’ Werewulf, which promises to be a terrifyingly authentic take on medieval werewolf myths—and possibly his most chilling film to date.
Source: MovieWeb
