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Robert Eggers Secures Aaron Taylor-Johnson for Werwulf, Depp and Dafoe in Talks

Backed by Focus Features, the medieval horror film co-written with Sjón stresses 13th-century authenticity ahead of its December 25, 2026 North American debut.

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Overview

  • Aaron Taylor-Johnson will star in Werwulf, reuniting with Eggers after their collaboration on Nosferatu.
  • Lily-Rose Depp and Willem Dafoe are in advanced negotiations to join the werewolf horror ensemble.
  • The completed screenplay by Eggers and Sjón features dialogue true to 13th-century England.
  • Focus Features is producing and financing the project alongside Maiden Voyage and Working Title.
  • Werwulf is scheduled for a Christmas Day 2026 release in North America.