Director Robert Eggers is preparing to film his latest horror project, a period werewolf story titled Werwulf, set in the 13th century, with Aaron Taylor-Johnson reportedly cast in a leading role. The film reunites Taylor-Johnson with Eggers following their collaboration on the 2024 vampire remake.
Lily-Rose Depp Considered for a Key Part in the Upcoming Production
Alongside Taylor-Johnson, Lily-Rose Depp is also said to be in talks to join the cast of Werwulf. Both actors previously worked with Eggers, which suggests the filmmaker is maintaining ongoing creative partnerships with familiar talent from his prior projects.
Creative Team and Production Details Behind Werwulf
Werwulf is co-written by Eggers and Icelandic poet and writer Sjón, known for their earlier collaboration on The Northman. The film’s producing team includes Tim Bevan and Eric Fellner from Working Title, along with Eggers and Sjón themselves, while executive producers Chris and Eleanor Columbus, associated with Maiden Voyage, also support the project.
Universal Pictures’ Focus Features is expected to release the film on Christmas Day, 2026, positioning Werwulf as a high-profile holiday season release in the horror genre.
Robert Eggers’ Pattern of Collaborating with Recurrent Cast Members
Eggers has shown a tendency to repeatedly cast certain actors, such as Willem Dafoe, who appeared in The Lighthouse, The Northman, and the recent Nosferatu remake. Although Eggers had planned a reunion with Anya Taylor-Joy and Robert Pattinson for Nosferatu, delays forced recasting. This film is another example of his intent to foster ongoing creative relationships.
In addition to Werwulf, Eggers is developing a new adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic A Christmas Carol, with Dafoe cast as Ebenezer Scrooge. This adaptation likely will blend the period and supernatural elements Eggers is known for, focusing on the ghostly visits Scrooge experiences on Christmas Eve, including his former partner Jacob Marley.
The Impact of Werwulf on Upcoming Horror Cinema
With a strong team of collaborators and a rich historical setting, Werwulf is poised to be a significant addition to the horror genre. Eggers’ reputation for atmospheric and meticulously crafted films makes the project highly anticipated, especially with Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s involvement elevating the cast. The film’s release on Christmas Day suggests a strategic choice to bring a dark, period horror experience to a wider audience during the holiday season.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Was Aaron Taylor-Johnson 17 when he met his wife?
A. Actor Aaron Johnson, Sam Taylor-Wood, Abby Greenheart, and Angelica Jopling went to the Closing Gala premiere of “Nowhere Boy.” This event was part of The Times BFI London Film Festival and took place at the Odeon Leicester Square on October 29, 2009, in London, England. Aaron was 19 years old when he and Sam first met, and she was in her 40s.
