Celebrated filmmaker Robert Eggers is trading vampires for werewolves in his next ambitious project, Werwulf. Known for his meticulous attention to period detail and atmospheric horror, Eggers will once again partner with Focus Features, the studio behind his recent success, Nosferatu. The new film is set to hit theaters on Christmas Day 2026.
A Medieval Werewolf Tale with a Twist
Eggers co-wrote Werwulf with his frequent collaborator, Icelandic screenwriter Sjón, who worked with him on The Northman. Set in 13th-century England, the script promises period-accurate dialogue—complete with translations and annotations for audiences unfamiliar with Old English. While details of the plot remain under wraps, Eggers' reputation for blending historical authenticity with chilling storytelling has already fueled excitement among fans.
Building on the Success of Nosferatu
Eggers is coming off the critical and commercial triumph of Nosferatu, his reimagining of the 1922 silent horror classic. Featuring Bill Skarsgård in a hauntingly unrecognizable performance as Count Orlok, the film earned over $90 million domestically and $156 million worldwide since its Christmas Day release in 2025. Nosferatu is now available for digital purchase and rental, with a physical release slated for February.
During the Nosferatu press tour, Eggers revealed that he was considering several potential projects, including a medieval epic called The Knight and a miniseries centered on Rasputin. In an interview with IndieWire, he explained:
"I have five things going on, because you never know what’s going to work, what’s going to appeal to people, what’s going to be greenlit."
Familiar Faces and Collaborators?
Though no casting details for Werwulf have been announced yet, speculation is rife about who might join Eggers' latest project. The director frequently collaborates with Willem Dafoe, Anya Taylor-Joy, and the Skarsgård family — actors who’ve become staples of his eerie, visually stunning films. Fans are eagerly waiting to see which of these trusted performers might bring Eggers' werewolf vision to life.
With Eggers’ signature style and attention to historical nuance, Werwulf is shaping up to be a werewolf story unlike any other—a chilling, medieval journey that promises to redefine the genre.
