Director Robert Eggers is set to begin production on his latest horror project, a 13th-century werewolf story titled Werwulf. This upcoming film will mark a reunion for Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Lily-Rose Depp, who are both expected to take on lead roles after their involvement in Eggers’ 2024 vampire remake Nosferatu. The Aaron Taylor-Johnson Nosferatu Reunion signals a continuation of Eggers’ ongoing collaborations with actors from his previous projects.
Details on the Creative Team and Production
Werwulf is co-written by Robert Eggers and Icelandic writer Sjón, known for collaborating on The Northman. Production is overseen by Tim Bevan and Eric Fellner of Working Title, with Eggers, Sjón, and Chris and Eleanor Columbus of Maiden Voyage serving as executive producers. The story will be set in the 13th century, immersing audiences in a period atmosphere reflective of Eggers’ signature style.
Eggers’ History of Actor Collaborations and Upcoming Projects
Eggers has a track record of maintaining creative partnerships with actors such as Willem Dafoe, who has appeared in several of his films including The Lighthouse, The Northman, and Nosferatu. While Eggers had initially planned to reunite with Anya Taylor-Joy and Robert Pattinson for Nosferatu, scheduling delays and subsequent recasting altered those plans. In addition to Werwulf, Eggers is developing a new adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, featuring Dafoe as Ebenezer Scrooge and promising a dark, period ghost story centered on the classic holiday spirits like Jacob Marley and the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future.
Scheduled Release and Industry Context
Universal Pictures’ Focus Features is expected to release Werwulf on Christmas Day in 2026. This timing suggests an intention to position the film as a notable entry in the holiday season slate, possibly tapping into audiences’ interest in atmospheric, story-driven horror during that period. Given Eggers’ growing reputation for meticulously crafted period horror, this project is likely to generate significant attention.
Significance of the Reunion and What to Expect
The reunion of Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Lily-Rose Depp with Robert Eggers on Werwulf underscores Eggers’ commitment to building ongoing creative relationships and maintaining a consistent artistic vision across his works. The involvement of high-profile collaborators such as Sjón and the support from major production companies indicates strong backing for the film. Audiences can anticipate a richly detailed, atmospheric werewolf narrative that continues Eggers’ exploration of historical horror, with performances from familiar talents adding depth and continuity.
“We couldn’t be more excited for the next horror flick from writer/director Robert Eggers, as he’s gearing up to shoot a period werewolf story titled Werwulf, and it looks like the new feature will be a Nosferatu reunion.” — Variety report
“Eggers has been keen on trying to keep working relationships going with his actors like Willem Dafoe, who appears in The Lighthouse, The Northman, and the aforementioned Nosferatu.” — Industry commentary
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Was Aaron Taylor-Johnson 17 when he met his wife?
A. Sam Taylor-Wood, actor Aaron Johnson, along with Abby Greenheart and Angelica Jopling, went to the Closing Gala of “Nowhere Boy.” This event took place during The Times BFI London Film Festival at Odeon Leicester Square in London on October 29, 2009. When they met, Aaron was 19 years old, while Sam was in her 40s.
