Robert Eggers, fresh off his gothic horror film Nosferatu, is set to direct a sequel to the beloved fantasy classic, Labyrinth. Variety reports that Eggers will write and direct this sequel to Jim Henson's 1986 dark fantasy film starring David Bowie and Jennifer Connelly. He'll be collaborating on the script with Sjón, his writing partner on The Northman. While a sequel was previously in development with Scott Derrickson attached, TriStar and Jim Henson Pictures have opted to move forward with Eggers' vision.
The original *Labyrinth*, released in 1986, featured Bowie as the Goblin King Jareth, who kidnaps Connelly's baby brother. Connelly's character then embarks on a journey into a dark fantasy world to rescue her sibling, aided by a cast of memorable Henson puppets.This isn't Eggers' only upcoming project. He's also directing a werewolf movie titled Werwulf, aiming for a Christmas 2026 release. Details are scarce, but the film is set in 13th-century England and will feature dialogue in the Old English of the period. One can safely assume werewolf transformations will be involved.
Eggers' Nosferatu, released last Christmas, is a remake of F.W. Murnau's 1922 silent film. Set in 19th-century Germany, it follows a real estate agent sent to Transylvania to conduct business with a mysterious count, only to find himself and his wife, Ellen, ensnared in a web of vampiric nightmares.
Nosferatu received four Oscar nominations for Cinematography, Production Design, Costume Design, and Makeup and Hairstyling. Read our review here.
