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Silent Night, Deadly Night Slasher Reboot Announced by Terrifier Team

The iconic 1980s horror film about a killer Santa Claus is set for a modern revival under director Mike P. Nelson.

  • The reboot of 'Silent Night, Deadly Night' will be written and directed by Mike P. Nelson, known for his work on the 2021 'Wrong Turn' reboot.
  • Cineverse, the distributor behind the successful 'Terrifier' series, is backing this new project, aiming for a 2025 release.
  • Original executive producers Scott Schneid and Dennis Whitehead are returning to ensure authenticity in the reboot.
  • The film will revisit the story of Billy Chapman, a traumatized boy who becomes a killer dressed as Santa Claus.
  • The original 1984 film was controversial for its depiction of a murderous Santa, but the new version seeks to resonate with today's audiences.
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