Jeff Nichols is set to return with a supernatural story in his upcoming film King Snake, starring Margaret Qualley alongside Drew Starkey and Michael Shannon. The Southern Gothic horror project, written and directed by Nichols, centers on the eerie and mysterious events that unfold on a rural Arkansas farm.
Plot and Production Details of King Snake
The story follows a young couple, portrayed by Qualley and Starkey, who inherit a farm in Arkansas and must confront haunting physical and metaphysical threats linked to its past. The narrative explores the collision between natural struggles and supernatural forces, weaving folklore into the characters’ reality. Filmnation is backing the production, with CEO Glen Basner emphasizing the film’s unique vision.
Jeff is a singular filmmaker and King Snake will bewitch and enthral audiences around the world with a startling new vision of the supernatural forces that hover just beyond our everyday perceptions.
– Glen Basner, Filmnation CEO
Anticipated Impact of King Snake
This new project adds to Nichols’ reputation for creating atmospheric and thought-provoking films that blend reality with myth. With a talented cast including Qualley and Michael Shannon, King Snake promises to deliver a fresh take on Southern Gothic horror, engaging viewers with its blend of suspense and mysticism. Fans of the genre can expect a compelling and unsettling cinematic experience when the film releases.
