Robert Eggers' Werwulf Movie Adds Hamnet Star to Cast
One of the stars of the critically acclaimed film Hamnet has been tapped to star in Robert Eggers' upcoming Werwulf movie. The film, a period piece horror flick, is directed by Eggers, known for his previous works such as The Witch, The Lighthouse, The Northman, and Nosferatu. The movie is set to be released in US theaters this December.
Who has joined the cast of Robert Eggers' Werwulf movie?
According to Deadline, Bodhi Rae Breathnach, who played Susanna, William Shakespeare and Agnes' older daughter in Chloé Zhao's Hamnet, has been cast in the film. Breathnach's career also includes roles in The Capture, So Awkward Academy, and the upcoming action movie Shelter, starring alongside Jason Statham and Bill Nighy. Additionally, she will be seen in the new Sense and Sensibility adaptation, directed by Georgia Oakley, where she plays Margaret Dashwood.
Breathnach's role in Werwulf remains undisclosed, but it is described as a supporting part. The film's cast also includes Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Lily-Rose Depp, Willem Dafoe, and Ralph Ineson, all of whom have worked with Eggers before. The werewolf tale, set in 13th-century England, promises a thrilling exploration of local folklore and its dark, terrifying reality.
With a script co-written by Eggers and Sjón, Werwulf will be released in US theaters on December 25, 2026, from Focus Features. This addition to Eggers' repertoire is sure to intrigue fans of his unique style and storytelling, leaving them eager to see how he brings this new horror tale to life.
