Robert Eggers’ upcoming period horror film, Werwulf, has revealed fresh behind-the-scenes photos from its filming location in the UK. Scheduled for release in theaters on December 25, 2026, the Robert Eggers Werwulf movie continues the director’s signature exploration of historical settings and dark themes.
Insights into the Werwulf Set and Filming Progress
Recently shared on Reddit, the new images offer a glimpse at the detailed construction of a medieval village for Werwulf. Set in 13th-century England, consistent with Eggers’ past works, the production is actively taking place in the United Kingdom. The visuals highlight the crew’s efforts to authentically recreate the era’s atmosphere in this period horror drama.
Werwulf – More BTS set building photos of some sort of village. Details below… byu/rmajor86 inroberteggers
Robert Eggers directs and co-writes Werwulf alongside Sjón, marking another collaboration after their work on 2024’s Nosferatu. Aaron Taylor-Johnson returns as the lead actor, joined by familiar faces including Lily-Rose Depp, Willem Dafoe, and Ralph Ineson, who have frequently worked with Eggers. While specific plot and character details remain undisclosed, the production team features producers Tim Bevan, Garett Bird, Eric Fellner, Eggers himself, and Sjón. Executive producers include Chris Columbus and Eleanor Columbus, with Jarin Blaschke handling cinematography.
Eggers Describes Werwulf as His Darkest Work Yet
In a Q&A session at the Lincoln Center, Eggers referred to Werwulf as the most unsettling story he has ever written. Known for acclaimed films such as The Witch (2015), The Lighthouse (2019), The Northman (2022), and Nosferatu (2024), all of which earned high ratings on Rotten Tomatoes, Eggers continues to push boundaries within the genre. Besides Werwulf, he is also slated to direct a sequel to Labyrinth, expanding his portfolio further.
As Werwulf progresses toward its anticipated holiday 2026 debut, fans of Robert Eggers’ unique style can expect another immersive, chilling experience that deepens his exploration of historical horror and atmospheric storytelling.
Werwulf – More BTS set building photos of some sort of village. Details below…
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