Nosferatu: See what we know about horror movie’s release date, cast, trailer and crew

The trailer for Robert Eggers' 'Nosferatu' shows Bill Skarsgård as the iconic vampire and Lily-Rose Depp in a gothic tale. The film, a remake of the 1922 classic, releases on December 25.

Trailer

Robert Eggers' trailer for 'Nosferatu' offers a fresh perspective on Bram Stoker’s Dracula. The film stars Bill Skarsgård as Count Orlok, also known as Nosferatu, and features Lily-Rose Depp, Nicholas Hoult, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Willem Dafoe.

The official description from Focus Features highlights a gothic tale of obsession. It involves a haunted young woman and a terrifying vampire, leading to untold horror. The film reimagines the iconic 1922 German Expressionist silent movie.

Cast and Crew

Lily-Rose Depp plays Ellen Hutter, the object of Nosferatu’s obsession. Nicholas Hoult is Thomas Hutter, Ellen’s husband and a real estate agent. Other notable cast members include Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Friedrich Harding, Emma Corrin as Anna Harding, and Willem Dafoe as Professor Albin Eberhart Von Franz.

Initially, Harry Styles and Anya Taylor-Joy were set to star but left due to scheduling conflicts. The film is directed and written by Robert Eggers, known for his previous works 'The Witch' and 'The Lighthouse'.

Bill Skarsgård’s Transformation

Bill Skarsgård, known for playing Pennywise the Clown in the 'IT' films, takes on the role of Count Orlok. The trailer keeps Skarsgård’s full appearance as Nosferatu a mystery, showing only a few quick shots. His character’s haunting presence is evident throughout the clip.

Skarsgård worked with an opera singer to lower his voice for the role, describing the experience as conjuring pure evil. Director Eggers expressed his admiration for Skarsgård’s transformation, hinting that audiences might not recognize the actor in this role.

Release Date

'Nosferatu' is set to release in theaters on December 25. The film promises to deliver old-school Gothic horror with genuine scares. Production took place in the Czech Republic last year.

FAQs:

What is the release date of 'Nosferatu'?
'Nosferatu' is scheduled to release in theaters on December 25.

Who stars in the new 'Nosferatu' film?
The film stars Bill Skarsgård as Count Orlok and Lily-Rose Depp as Ellen Hutter, among others.