Martin Scorsese will reunite with Leonardo DiCaprio for his next film, an adaptation of Peter Cameron’s ghost story novel What Happens at Night. Jennifer Lawrence will co-star in this project, which Apple Original Films and StudioCanal are negotiating to finance and produce. Production is expected to begin in January 2026.
A New Chapter for Scorsese and Collaborators
This film will mark the seventh time DiCaprio works under Scorsese’s direction, following well-known collaborations beginning with Gangs of New York (2002), including titles such as The Aviator and The Wolf of Wall Street. For Jennifer Lawrence, this is a first collaboration with Scorsese as director, though he produced her recent film Die, My Love, which premiered at Cannes and will reach US theaters in November. Lawrence and DiCaprio previously appeared together in the 2021 satirical sci-fi comedy Don’t Look Up.
Project Origins and Production Details
Patrick Marber, known for films like Closer and The Critic, has adapted the screenplay for What Happens at Night. StudioCanal acquired the rights to Cameron’s novel in 2023, initially attaching Scorsese as a producer before confirming his role as director. A release date has not yet been announced.
Scorsese’s Upcoming Film Plans and DiCaprio’s Current Work
Among numerous ideas for his 27th feature, Scorsese prioritized this adaptation over other projects, including a new Jesus film, a mob story set in Hawaii starring Dwayne Johnson, and a literary adaptation of Marilynne Robinson’s Home. Meanwhile, Leonardo DiCaprio is gaining critical acclaim for Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another, which will debut in the US soon. DiCaprio was also reportedly considering Damien Chazelle’s Evel Knievel biopic before committing to this Scorsese film.
Significance of the Collaboration
The film reunites some of today’s most prominent figures in cinema, bringing together Oscar-winning talents under Scorsese’s direction. This project highlights the continuing partnership between DiCaprio and Scorsese while introducing Lawrence into this dynamic, potentially marking an important milestone for all involved. The anticipation surrounding the film reflects the lasting impact of these artists on contemporary storytelling and the industry’s evolving landscape.
