Summary:
- Robert Eggers’ remake of “Nosferatu,” set for Christmas Day 2024 release, features a star-studded cast including Bill Skarsgård and Willem Dafoe.
- Filming took place in Prague from March to May 2023, with Eggers directing and producing alongside Chris Columbus.
Fans of vampiric comedy, brace yourselves for a new creative project. So, since 2015, Director Robert Eggers has harbored hopes for a remake of the great Nosferatu. His essential need to engage with the iconic tale came after having his name cemented in the industry with the films: The VVitch, The Lighthouse, and The Northman.
All three mentioned are bursting with folklore and mythology, and now Eggers is going to breathe new life into the early vampire cinema classic, inspired by Bram Stoker’s Dracula. This primer has all the details for the much-anticipated project.
Is There a Release Date for ‘Nosferatu’?
Focus Features has been teasing the release date for its film, Nosferatu. Just now, in November 2023, it was finally made known that it will finally be released, on an exclusive basis, on Christmas Day 2024.
While no other films are slated for release on that very same day, audiences can expect the arrival of two other major movies just five days earlier, with Sonic the Hedgehog 3 and Mufasa: The Lion King.
Has a Trailer Been Released for ‘Nosferatu’?
Regrettably, there is no trailer released, and fans are still thirsty for any new information about the making of the film. However, some released images from Empire revealed the first look into the film, showing Lily-Rose Depp‘s character. Not long after, another image came out, this one with Nicholas Hoult portraying Thomas Hutter.
While the first teaser trailer was launched during CinemaCon‘s panel at Universal in April 2024, it never made it online, and only a handful of select press and industry insiders received a viewing. Britta DeVore of Collider was on the floor for the panel and published a long description of the clip on the site.
Who Stars in the Cast of ‘Nosferatu’?
Bill Skarsgård takes on the role of Count Orlok, joined by Willem Dafoe and Ralph Ineson. Nicholas Hoult stars as Thomas Hutter, with Lily-Rose Depp portraying Ellen Hutter.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Emma Corrin play Friedrich and Anna Harding, while Simon McBurney portrays Herr Knock.
What’s the Plot of ‘Nosferatu’?
“Nosferatu” is a revisitation of the classic film. Very similar in plot, though altered slightly from Stoker’s novel to not get into any potential legal troubles, it basically takes place in the 1800s and is about Thomas Hutter going to Count Orlok’s castle because he thinks he is a vampire. When Orlok gets obsessed with Hutter’s wife, Ellen, this story of obsession, love, and fear comes about.
Whether Eggers’ remake will stick to the original plot or imbibe new twists, only time will tell. But one thing is for certain: Eggers has never been one to shy away from dark or historical accuracy.
Who’s Behind the Making of ‘Nosferatu’?
The Lighthouse and The VVitch’s Robert Eggers will write, direct, and produce for the screen this new adaptation of Nosferatu. Serving as producers on the project are Chris Columbus, Eleanor Columbus, John Graham, and Jeff Robinov.
Cinematography is by Academy Award-nominated cinematographer Jarin Blaschke, the editing by Louise Ford, and the score is provided by Robin Carolan.
When and Where Was ‘Nosferatu’ Filmed?
The shooting for Nosferatu began in March 2023 at the historic Invalidovna landmark in Prague, which had been featured in many famous movies such as Amadeus and Hellboy.
The director of photography on the film is Jarin Blaschke, whose credits include the post-production project The Northman. Production is supported by Regency Enterprises, Studio 8, 1492 Pictures. According to the latest information, filming concluded on May 29, 2023.
