An eerie tale reimagined for modern times, starring Eddie Izzard as the troubled Dr. Nina Jekyll.
Breakdown
- Release Date: U.S. release on August 2, 2024, in select theaters and VOD.
- Film Genre: Gothic Horror
- Main Cast: Eddie Izzard, Scott Chambers, Simon Callow
Plot Beats
Dr. Nina Jekyll, portrayed by Eddie Izzard, is a pharmaceutical tycoon who isolates herself following a scandal. She hires Rob, an ex-convict seeking redemption, as her assistant. As they navigate mysterious happenings in Jekyll’s mansion, a sinister game of cat and mouse unfolds with a manipulative entity.
Cast and Crew
- Lead Actor: Eddie Izzard as Dr. Nina Jekyll
- Supporting Actors: Scott Chambers, Simon Callow, Lindsay Duncan, Jonathan Hyde, Morgan Watkins, Robyn Cara, Isabella Inchbald, Tony Jayawardena
- Director: Joe Stephenson
- Writer: Dan Kelly-Mulhern, adapted from Robert Louis Stevenson’s novella
- Producers: Liam Coutts, Guy de Beaujeu, Joe Stephenson
Buzz and Highlights
Hammer Films presents a modern retelling of the classic 1886 novella. Eddie Izzard’s performance as a character tormenting duality promises a fresh, intense horror experience. Premiered at London’s FrightFest, this film integrates dark humor with unsettling horror, making it a standout addition to the genre.
Production Notes
- Director’s Previous Work: Joe Stephenson is known for films like Chicken and Agatha and the Midnight Murders.
- Screenplay: Authored by Dan Kelly-Mulhern, staying true to the source material’s themes while introducing contemporary elements.
- Festival Premiere: First showed at FrightFest 2023 in the UK.
Closing Credits
Don’t miss the spine-chilling Doctor Jekyll featuring a gripping performance by Eddie Izzard. Catch it in select theaters and on VOD starting August 2, 2024.
