Get ready for a spine-chilling cinematic experience as three powerhouse actors join forces in a horror film that promises to keep you up at night. Lucy Hale, known for her gripping performance in Truth or Dare, Jack Whitehall, fresh off his adventure in Jungle Cruise, and the legendary Oscar-winner Anjelica Huston from The Addams Family are set to star in Legacy, a horror film currently in production in the UK. But here’s where it gets intriguing: the project is helmed by none other than David Slade, the visionary director behind Black Mirror: Bandersnatch, whose knack for blending psychological tension with genre thrills has earned him a cult following.
The film, penned by emerging writer Thomas Bilotta, is shrouded in mystery, with plot details tightly under wraps. What we do know is that it revolves around a harrowing 24-hour period involving two siblings and the death of their estranged father. Sounds like a recipe for emotional and psychological terror, right? And this is the part most people miss: the film delves into universal themes of fatherhood and family bonds, raising the haunting question, “What would you do for your family?” Slade himself admits this question resonates deeply with his own experiences, making the project all the more personal.
Produced by Chris Abernathy and Eric B. Fleischman’s Wonder Company, Legacy boasts an impressive lineup of executive producers, including Hale herself, Amanda Massetti, Jo Henriquez, and more. UTA Independent Film Group is handling domestic rights, ensuring this chilling tale reaches a wide audience.
Slade’s resume speaks for itself, with hits like 30 Days of Night, The Twilight Saga: Eclipse, and episodes of Breaking Bad and American Gods under his belt. But it’s his ability to craft commercially successful yet deeply unsettling genre films that has fans buzzing. Fleischman and Abernathy praise his unique style, calling his talent for creating massive fanbases a “rarity” and teasing that the nightmares captured in Legacy will leave audiences shaken.
Here’s where it gets controversial: Can a horror film about family trauma truly resonate with audiences, or will it fall into the trap of exploiting emotional pain for shock value? Slade’s track record suggests he’ll strike a balance, but only time will tell.
As for the stars, Hale is repped by CAA and Reel Talent Management, Whitehall by CAA and Independent Talent Group, and Huston by WME and Jaclyn Bashoff. Slade is represented by UTA, 42, and Casarotto.
So, what do you think? Will Legacy redefine the horror genre, or is it just another spooky story? Let us know in the comments—we’re dying to hear your thoughts!
