Leigh Whannell is set to return to the world of Universal Monsters with his latest project, . The highly anticipated film, scheduled for release on January 17, 2025, marks Whannell’s second collaboration with Universal following the success of The Invisible Man (2020).
In Wolf Man, Christopher Abbott stars as Blake, a man who inherits a rural family estate that soon becomes the center of a harrowing, primal struggle for survival. After arriving at the remote property with his family (wife played by Julia Garner), Blake begins to sense a sinister presence lurking in the wilderness.
This presence, however, is more than just an external threat—it brings with it an ancient and dangerous force that transforms Blake himself into a terrifying creature. As his transformation progresses, Blake’s humanity begins to slip away, leaving his family in greater peril than ever before.
The teaser trailer gives a haunting glimpse of the tone and visual style Leigh Whannell is crafting. In keeping with his atmospheric, tension-filled approach to horror, the trailer teases the slow unraveling of Blake’s reality, blending elements of suspense, isolation, and body horror.
Fans of Whannell’s previous work can expect a modern reimagining of the Wolf Man legend that stays true to the horror of the original Universal Monsters films while adding Whannell’s signature psychological depth.
Wolf Man is produced by Blumhouse, known for its success in modern horror, and is expected to further reinvigorate Universal’s classic monsters for contemporary audiences. With The Invisible Man receiving critical acclaim for its focus on trauma and abuse, Wolf Man may similarly explore dark, complex themes, using the werewolf mythos as a metaphor for uncontrollable inner urges and the beast within.
For fans of horror and Universal’s iconic monsters, this film promises to be one of the most exciting releases of 2025. The teaser trailer is already generating buzz, leaving viewers eager for more glimpses of Whannell’s take on the classic werewolf horror.