Werwulf 2026

Werwulf (2026) is an upcoming American-British gothic horror film directed by Robert Eggers, who co-wrote the screenplay with Sjón. Following the success of Nosferatu (2024), Eggers returns with a medieval werewolf tale set in 13th-century England. The film stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Lily-Rose Depp, Willem Dafoe, and Ralph Ineson, continuing Eggers’ tradition of blending historical authenticity with atmospheric horror. Werwulf is scheduled for a theatrical release on December 25, 2026, through Focus Features in the United States.

Werwulf (2026) Storyline

Set in the isolated countryside of 13th-century England, Werwulf unfolds in a village where fear spreads after a mysterious creature begins stalking the surrounding forests. Strange attacks, unexplained disappearances, and growing superstition leave the local community convinced that an ancient evil has returned.

As panic takes hold, long-buried secrets begin to surface. The villagers struggle to distinguish truth from folklore while confronting a threat that seems impossible to understand. What begins as a search for a monster gradually becomes a battle against fear, suspicion, and the darkness hidden within ordinary people.

Robert Eggers has described Werwulf as the darkest screenplay he has written, with the film using period-accurate settings and language to create an immersive medieval horror experience.

Cast

• Aaron Taylor-Johnson
• Lily-Rose Depp
• Willem Dafoe
• Ralph Ineson
• Bodhi Rae Breathnach
• Jan Bijvoet
• Jack Morris
• Ritchi Edwards

Production Details

Development on Werwulf was announced in early 2025, reuniting Robert Eggers with Icelandic writer Sjón, who previously collaborated with him on The Northman. Principal photography took place in England, with filming centered around authentic medieval locations and practical sets to capture the film’s historical atmosphere.

The production also reunites Eggers with several longtime collaborators, including cinematographer Jarin Blaschke and editor Louise Ford. According to the filmmakers, portions of the dialogue are presented in Middle English, reinforcing the story’s historical setting.

Release Date and Where to Watch

Werwulf is scheduled to open exclusively in theaters on December 25, 2026. Focus Features will distribute the film in the United States, while Universal Pictures will handle international releases. Information regarding digital and streaming availability is expected after the theatrical run.