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Robert Eggers
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Robert Eggers

Robert Houston Eggers (born July 7, 1983) is an American filmmaker. After working for years as a production designer, he became known for writing and directing the period horror films The Witch (2015), The Lighthouse (2019), Nosferatu (2024) and Werwulf (2026) as well as co-writing and directing the Viking action film The Northman (2022). Noted for his attention to historical period detail, his films often incorporate elements of folklore and mythology.

July 7, 1983 (43 years old) New York City, New York, USA
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'Nosferatu' Teaser Trailer 01:48
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'The Northman' Exclusive Interviews 04:14
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'The Northman' Trailer 2 01:36
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Robert Eggers to Adapt ‘Romeo and Juliet’

Robert Eggers to Adapt ‘Romeo and Juliet’

Preview: Robert Eggers will next adapt ‘Romeo & Juliet’ No casting has been announced yet. The movie is backed by Focus...

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Beyond Fest Announces Full 2026 Line Up

Beyond Fest Announces Full 2026 Line Up

Preview: Beyond Fest is back in Los Angeles for its 2026 edition later this month. ‘Victorian Psycho,’ ‘Paper Tiger’ and...

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CinemaCon 2026: Universal Presentation

CinemaCon 2026: Universal Presentation

Preview: Universal made its big presentation to the 2026 CinemaCon crowd. Among the movies promoted were ‘Disclosure Day...

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Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Lily-Rose Depp Join ‘Werwulf’

Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Lily-Rose Depp Join ‘Werwulf’

Preview: Aaron Taylor-Johnson & Lily-Rose Depp will star in ‘Werwulf.’ It’ll mark a reunion with 'Nosferatu' writer/dire...

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Robert Eggers is Planning a ‘Christmas Carol’ Adaptation

Robert Eggers is Planning a ‘Christmas Carol’ Adaptation

Preview: Robert Eggers has his eye on ‘A Christmas Carol.’ He’s aiming to have Willem Dafoe play iconic miser Scrooge. T...

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Robert Eggers to Make New Creature Feature ‘Werwulf’

Robert Eggers to Make New Creature Feature ‘Werwulf’

Preview: Filmmaker Robert Eggers has announced his next film. He’ll write and direct werewolf tale ‘Werwulf.’ It should...

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