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Robert Eggers’ 'Werwulf' Starring Dafoe Set for 2026 Release

7/18/2025

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Robert Eggers is gearing up to direct "Werwulf," featuring the talented Willem Dafoe and Aaron Taylor-Johnson, with Lily-Rose Depp in negotiations to join the cast. Set to hit theaters on December 25, 2026, this intriguing project, co-written by Eggers and Sjón, promises to captivate audiences. Dafoe may also reunite with Eggers for a unique take on "A Christmas Carol."

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Robert Eggers is gearing up to direct "Werwulf," featuring the talented Willem Dafoe and Aaron Taylor-Johnson, with Lily-Rose Depp in negotiations to join the cast. Set to hit theaters on December 25, 2026, this intriguing project, co-written by Eggers and Sjón, promises to captivate audiences. Dafoe may also reunite with Eggers for a unique take on "A Christmas Carol."