Mike Flanagan’s Projects Now Include a Post-Apocalyptic Zombie Horror Movie

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Key Takeaways

  • Mike Flanagan producing zombie movie Epilogue, featuring Kate Siegel and David Dastmalchian.
  • Flanagan is known for hits like Midnight Mass, set to tackle post-apocalyptic horror.
  • Details about Epilogue’s plot and characters kept under wraps, promising a thrilling and emotional venture.

As a seasoned gamer and horror enthusiast who’s witnessed the evolution of Mike Flanagan’s chilling masterpieces, I can hardly contain my excitement about his latest project, Epilogue. With Flanagan’s knack for weaving spine-tingling narratives with heartwrenching emotional depth, this zombie movie promises to be an unforgettable venture.

Renowned horror director Mike Flanagan is gearing up to produce a fresh zombie film, with familiar faces from past projects set to reappear. While Flanagan has a busy schedule ahead – including a reboot of The Exorcist, developing a Carrie TV series at Amazon MGM Studios, and adapting Stephen King’s story, The Life of Chuck – another intriguing movie project won’t hinder the prolific American filmmaker.

Prior to working on the prequel to “The Shining,” titled “Doctor Sleep,” Mike Flanagan had already written and directed a number of horror films, such as “Absentia,” “Oculus,” “Ouija: Origin of Evil.” However, his most acclaimed works are arguably the chilling Netflix shows, “The Haunting of Hill House” and “The Haunting of Bly Manor.” Fans of the supernatural were also thrilled with “Midnight Mass,” which many consider Flanagan’s best work yet, particularly for the exceptional performances given by Zach Gilford, Kate Siegel, and Hamish Linklater. Now, Mike Flanagan is set to tackle a post-apocalyptic scenario in what might be his most terrifying and ambitious project within the horror genre.

Mike Flanagan’s Epilogue Will Star Kate Siege and David Dastmalchian

According to Deadline’s report, Mike Flanagan is producing a post-zombie apocalypse movie titled “Epilogue.” This film will feature David Dastmalchian, known for his roles in “Oppenheimer” and “Late Night with the Devil,” as well as Kate Siegel, who starred in “Midnight Mass” and “The Fall of the House of Usher.” The plot of “Epilogue” follows a couple embarking on a risky quest to find a cure for their infected child, a year after a global zombie outbreak. The film will be directed by Michael Fimognari from a script written by Luke Barnett and Tanner Thomason. Siegel and Dastmalchian have collaborated with Flanagan on several projects before, with “Epilogue” being their latest horror production since their work together in “The Life of Chuck,” which garnered top awards at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival, including the People’s Choice Award.

At present, much of the storyline in Epilogue remains secret, including the identities of the characters portrayed by Siegel and Dastmalchian. However, it’s plausible that they could take on roles as the parents of the afflicted child. This intriguing setup appears to be a promising choice for director Flanagan, given his knack for dark, chilling tales and emotionally resonant narratives. The movie’s premise about terrifying zombies seems poised to challenge HBO’s The Last of Us in terms of quality. Flanagan will produce the film through Red Room Pictures, with Todd Gardner from Mortal Kombat, as well as Courtney Petrakis and Brittney McDade, also involved in the project.

At this point, we don’t have a confirmed release date for “Epilogue”. But fear not, fans of Flanagan, you can satisfy your horror cravings when “The Exorcist” hits theaters on March 13th, 2026. Additionally, an eight-episode series based on Stephen King’s “Carrie” is in development at Amazon, so keep an eye out for that too!

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2024-11-11 00:24