Key Takeaways:
– The release date of the Wolf Man reboot has been delayed from October 2025 to January 17, 2025.
– As a result of this change, the release of another Blumhouse project, The Woman in the Yard, has been postponed indefinitely.
– Christopher Abbott and Julia Garner have been cast as the leads in Wolf Man.
– The Woman in the Yard, written by F Is for Family’s Sam Stefanak is being produced by Blumhouse founder Jason Blum.
Blumhouse Productions, in collaboration with prolific Invisible Man director Leigh Whannell, is rebooting a classic: Universal Pictures’ the Wolf Man. Originally slated for an October 25th release, perfect for Halloween season, the film’s release is now delayed till January 17, 2025. Given the recent commencement of filming, the directors feel that additional time is required to ready the film for theaters, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Impact of Wolf Man Delay
The late adjustment in Wolf Man’s release date incurs unforeseen interruptions in Universal’s schedule. Specifically, a separate Blumhouse project that had previously secured a January 10th release date. The thriller titled, “The Woman in the Yard,” directed by Jaume Collet-Serra and starring Danielle Deadwyler, has been bumped off the calendar. While its new release date remains uncertain, Universal will be announcing the date in due time.
A Trip Down Memory Lane
The Wolf Man project was initially announced back in 2020 with Ryan Gosling at the tabloid frontlines. It truly got traction when Gosling presented his unique take on the Wolf Man concept to Universal. His vision was then expanded into a full script by Lauren Schuker Blum and Rebecca Angelo, who were both associated with Orange Is the New Black. The original conception carried a resemblance to Jake Gyllenhaal’s thriller Nightcrawler, intertwined with an evident supernatural twist.
The Director’s Carousel
Leigh Whannell undertook the responsibility to direct the film in 2020. However, in the subsequent year he stepped down, making room for Derek Cianfrance, known for directing Gosling in Blue Valentine and Place Beyond the Pines. Both Gosling and Cianfrance stepped away from the project early the next year, making way for Whannell’s return.
Meet the Cast
Taking center stage in Wolf Man are Christopher Abbott and Julia Garner, previously seen together in the 2011 film Martha Marcy May Marlene. Abbott is set to portray a man whose family is in the sights of a deadly predator. Garner presumably plays his wife, experiencing the same plight. Casting hints suggest the inclusion of a 10-year-old daughter named Ginger in their family storyline.
Behind the Scenes
Both Blumhouse and Motel Movies are steering the production of Wolf Man, with Jason Blum at the helm. The film also features Ryan Gosling as an executive producer, sharing credits with Ken Kao, Bea Sequeira, Mel Turner, and Whannell.
The Woman in the Yard: Mystery Prevails
The suspense-laden The Woman in the Yard is scripted by Sam Stefanak, known for his stint with Netflix animated series F Is for Family. Details about the plot remain confidential. Jason Blum expressed his enthusiasm to Variety about collaborating with Collet-Serra, having sought a fitting project for over a decade. Co-produced by Blum and Stephanie Allain, the film’s executive producers include Collet-Serra, Deadwyler, Gabrielle Ebron, Scott Greenberg, and James Mora. Prior to Wolf Man’s delay, this film had secured its January slot following Universal’s rescheduling of Blumhouse’s M3GAN 2.0.
With Wolf Man shifting from October to January, and The Woman in the Yard momentarily shelved, how do you feel about these changes? Your comments are valued – don’t hesitate to share your thoughts below.
