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Robert Eggers' Chilling 'Werwulf' Haunts Theaters Christmas 2026

2/9/2025

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Director Robert Eggers is set to unleash his most chilling creation yet with Werwulf, a medieval werewolf tale steeped in 13th-century England and laced with authentic Old English dialogue. Co-written with Sjón, this dark cinematic journey is scheduled to haunt theaters by Christmas 2026, following Eggers' celebrated Nosferatu remake.

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Director Robert Eggers is set to unleash his most chilling creation yet with Werwulf, a medieval werewolf tale steeped in 13th-century England and laced with authentic Old English dialogue. Co-written with Sjón, this dark cinematic journey is scheduled to haunt theaters by Christmas 2026, following Eggers' celebrated Nosferatu remake.