Robert Eggers, renowned for his gothic horror film Nosferatu, is set to direct a sequel to the cherished classic, Labyrinth. According to Variety, Eggers will not only direct but also co-write the screenplay with his The Northman collaborator, Sjón. This new project follows a previous attempt at a sequel that involved Scott Derrickson, the director of Sinister. However, with no progress since 2023, TriStar and Jim Henson Pictures have opted to entrust Eggers with this exciting new direction.
Originally released in 1986, *Labyrinth* featured David Bowie as the enigmatic Goblin King Jareth, who abducts the baby brother of Jennifer Connelly's character. She embarks on a quest through a mesmerizing fantasy realm, aided by an array of Jim Henson's iconic puppets, to rescue her sibling.Beyond the Labyrinth sequel, Eggers is also gearing up for a werewolf film titled Werwulf, slated for a Christmas 2026 release. Set against the backdrop of 13th century England, the film will be distinguished by its use of Old English dialogue. While plot details remain sparse, it's safe to anticipate a transformation into a fearsome wolf creature.
Eggers' recent release, Nosferatu, hit theaters last Christmas and is a reimagining of F.W. Murnau's 1922 silent classic. The film transports viewers to 19th century Germany, where a young real estate agent travels to Transylvania to facilitate a castle sale for a mysterious count. His journey unleashes dark, vampiric nightmares that encroach upon his life and that of his wife, Ellen.
Nosferatu has garnered significant acclaim, securing four Oscar nominations for Cinematography, Production Design, Costume Design, and Makeup and Hairstyling. You can find our detailed review of Nosferatu here.
