Renowned director Robert Eggers is set to enchant audiences once again, this time by weaving a sequel to the cherished 1986 dark fantasy film, Labyrinth. Following the release of his gothic horror masterpiece, Nosferatu, Eggers will pen the script for the new Labyrinth installment alongside his frequent collaborator Sjón, with whom he worked on The Northman. The original film, directed by Jim Henson and starring David Bowie as the iconic Goblin King Jareth and Jennifer Connelly as the courageous Sarah, captured hearts with its imaginative world of Henson puppets and a tale of a sister's quest to rescue her kidnapped baby brother.
The sequel to Labyrinth was previously in development with Scott Derrickson, known for Sinister, but the project has been dormant since 2023. Now, TriStar and Jim Henson Pictures have entrusted Eggers to breathe new life into this magical universe. Alongside this exciting news, Eggers is also slated to helm Werwulf, a werewolf movie set in 13th century England, aiming for a Christmas 2026 release. This film promises to immerse viewers in the Old English dialogue of the era, with the thrilling transformation of a character into a wolf monster at its core.
Nosferatu, Eggers' latest venture, hit theaters last Christmas as a chilling reimagining of F.W. Murnau's 1922 silent classic. Set in 19th century Germany, the film follows a young real estate agent's harrowing journey to Transylvania, where he encounters the enigmatic Count and triggers a cascade of vampiric horrors affecting him and his wife Ellen. Nosferatu has been critically acclaimed, garnering four Oscar nominations in categories such as Cinematography, Production Design, Costume Design, and Makeup and Hairstyling. For a deeper dive into the film, you can read our comprehensive Nosferatu review.
