Universal Just Announced a Brand New Werewolf Movie!

Ever thought werewolf movies were only about full moons? Think again! A big movie company called Universal just dropped a trailer for a new scary movie you’re going to want to know about.

What’s the Movie Called?

The movie is called "Werewulf" (pronounced like "werewolf" but spelled a little differently). It’s coming to theaters on December 25 — that’s Christmas Day!

What’s the Story?

Here’s what happens in the movie:

• It’s set in 13th-century England — that’s a really, really long time ago.
• A mysterious creature is creeping around a foggy countryside.
• The local villagers have heard scary stories (that’s what "folklore" means — old stories people pass down), but then those stories turn out to be terrifying real life.

Sounds spooky, right?

Who’s in the Movie?

The main star is Aaron Taylor-Johnson. He plays the creature itself, and the trailer shows him going through a pretty intense transformation that scares the townspeople.

But here’s the exciting part — it’s basically a family reunion for the cast and crew!

Important: Several of these actors and their director just worked together on another hit horror movie, so they’re teaming up again!

Here’s who’s coming back:

• Lily-Rose Depp — stars alongside Aaron Taylor-Johnson
• Willem Dafoe — a famous actor returning for another creepy role
• Ralph Ineson — also returning to work with the same director

The director is Robert Eggers, who directed the wildly popular "Nosferatu" (released Christmas Day 2024), where Depp, Taylor-Johnson, Dafoe, and Ineson all previously worked together.

What Kind of Director Is Robert Eggers?

Robert Eggers just directed the critically acclaimed movie "Nosferatu," which was a huge hit — making over $181 million worldwide. That means lots of people went to see it!

Eggers is practically the king of spooky historical stories. Here’s a quick look at his other famous horror movies:

• "The Witch" (2015) — starring Anya Taylor-Joy and Ralph Ineson
• "The Lighthouse" (2019) — starring Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe
• "The Northman" (2022) — starring Alexander Skarsgård
• "Nosferatu" (2024) — the vampire movie that was a smash hit

Important: Focus Features (the company distributing the movie) has partnered with Eggers on every single one of his films!

Who Is "Nosferatu" and Why Does It Matter?

If you haven’t heard of Nosferatu, here’s the simple version:

• It’s a scary vampire movie released on Christmas Day in 2024.
• Lily-Rose Depp played a young woman tormented by a vampire named Count Orlok (played by Bill Skarsgård).
• Aaron Taylor-Johnson played a character named Friedrich Harding, who is a total skeptic — he doesn’t believe in vampires at all.
• Nicholas Hoult and Emma Corrin also appeared in the film.
• It earned $40 million on its Christmas debut and went on to gross over $181 million worldwide.

Who Else is Involved?

The movie also stars:

• Jack Morris
• Jan Bijvoet
• Ritchi Edwards
• Bodhi Rae Breathnach

Chris and Eleanor Columbus from Maiden Voyage are executive producing the film. Meanwhile, Eggers and Sjón (who co-wrote "The Northman" together in 2022) are producing.

Can I Watch the Trailer?

Yes! Universal released the trailer, and you can watch it on YouTube. Just search for "Werewulf trailer" and you’ll find it.

Summary

• "Werewulf" is a new horror movie coming to theaters on December 25, 2025.
• It’s set in 13th-century England, where a mysterious creature terrorizes a countryside village.
• Aaron Taylor-Johnson stars as the creature, with Lily-Rose Depp, Willem Dafoe, and Ralph Ineson also returning.
• Director Robert Eggers and most of this cast reunited after the massive success of 2024’s "Nosferatu."
• "Nosferatu" made over $181 million worldwide, so expectations for "Werewulf" are sky-high.
• Eggers is known for making historically-set horror movies like "The Witch," "The Lighthouse," "The Northman," and "Nosferatu."

FAQ

Q: Is "Werewulf" the same as a regular werewolf movie?
A: It’s similar, but the spelling is unique ("Werewulf"), and the trailer doesn’t seem to rely on a full moon — the creature just shows up!

Q: When can I see this movie in theaters?
A: It’s scheduled for release on December 25, 2025 (Christmas Day).

Q: Do I need to watch "Nosferatu" before seeing "Werewulf"?
A: No! "Werewulf" is a separate story, but knowing about "Nosferatu" might help you understand why this team is so exciting to work together again.

Q: Is this a kids’ movie?
A: No, it’s a horror movie, so it’s probably best for older audiences who enjoy a good scare.

Q: Where can I watch the trailer?
A: You can find it on YouTube — just search "Werewulf trailer."

Get ready for a howling good time this Christmas!