Director Robert Eggers and Focus Features have released the official trailer for "Werewulf," an upcoming historical horror film.
The trailer debuted on June 29, 2026, ahead of the film's scheduled theatrical release on December 25, 2026.
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The footage showcases an adaptation of the classic Wolfman myth set in the medieval English countryside.
The plot follows a mysterious and terrifying creature that stalks the night, preying on anyone who crosses its path.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson stars as a haunted 13th-century farmer undergoing a bestial metamorphosis.
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According to reports from IGN, the project reunites cast members Willem Dafoe and Lily-Rose Depp, who previously worked with Taylor-Johnson on Eggers' earlier film "Nosferatu."
Inspired by Medieval Texts
The narrative for "Werewulf" draws inspiration from historical medieval sources. The production utilized the 13th-century encyclopedia "Otia Imperialia" by English cleric Gervase of Tillbury.
This text contains documented accounts of individuals afflicted with a transformative malady that caused violence across remote European villages.
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Eggers' latest project continues his exploration of historical horror, following the success of "Nosferatu." The film promises a fresh take on the werewolf legend grounded in medieval folklore.
