A prestige horror collaboration uniting genre veterans with rising stars, offering a fresh, high-concept take on digital-age grief and obsession.
Insiders report this is one of the hottest packages at the AFM, featuring Suki Waterhouse's return to acting after her music release and a reunion between Mark Duplass and 'Creep' director Patrick Brice.
Script by Nick Antosca and Alana B. Lytle (adapted from Antosca’s short story 'Ghostfish'); directed by Patrick Brice; production starts spring 2027; FilmNation Entertainment handling global sales.
If 'Verity' made you nervous, 'Violet' is about to give you nightmares about your phone.
Stop scrolling and start packing your bags, because the American Film Market (AFM) just dropped a horror bomb that looks likely to be one of the hotter packages going into the market. Lili Reinhart, Danny Ramirez, Suki Waterhouse, Mark Duplass, and Lukas Gage have officially teamed up for "Violet," a psychosexual horror film that is shaping up to be the most coveted package of the season. This isn't just another jump-scare fest; it’s a star-studded ensemble led by the writer behind the box office hit "Verity," Nick Antosca, and directed by Patrick Brice, the mastermind behind the terrifying "Creep" franchise. The mere mention of these names together is enough to make any producer’s wallet tremble. The plot? Oh, it’s deliciously twisted. The story follows Sean (Ramirez), who is finally trying to move on two years after the sudden death of his fiancée, Violet (Waterhouse). He finds love with his childhood friend Kate (Reinhart), but when the couple moves into Sean’s old home, things get creepy fast. Sean starts receiving unsettling text messages from someone—or something—claiming to be his dead ex. It’s a modern nightmare about digital footprints and the inability to truly escape the past. In an age where every photo and text lingers forever, do exes ever really let you go? The synopsis hints at a psychological unraveling that feels all too relevant in our hyper-connected world. What makes this project truly noteworthy is the pedigree behind the camera. Patrick Brice isn't just a random hire; he co-wrote the original "Creep" with Mark Duplass, who also starred in it. Now, they are reuniting, with Duplass joining the cast in what promises to be a chilling role. Brice’s track record includes the Sundance competition film "The Overnight" and the Netflix hit "There's Someone Inside Your House," proving he knows how to build tension without relying on cheap tricks. Meanwhile, Nick Antosca is riding high on the success of "Verity," which earned more than $170 million globally earlier this year. His involvement, alongside co-writer Alana B. Lytle (adapting from Antosca’s short story "Ghostfish"), ensures the script has both literary depth and commercial appeal. SK Global and Generator Entertainment are producing and financing the film. The cast itself is a Who’s Who of Hollywood’s current obsessions. Lili Reinhart is transitioning from "Riverdale" fame to acclaimed roles in Amazon’s "The Love Hypothesis" and Netflix’s "Look Both Ways." Danny Ramirez is having a monumental year, with credits including "Top Gun: Maverick," "Captain America: Brave New World," and upcoming roles in the Russo Brothers’ "Avengers: Doomsday" and Todd Haynes’ "De Noche" opposite Pedro Pascal. Suki Waterhouse, who recently released her third studio album "Loveland" via Island Records, returns to the screen after roles in "Daisy Jones & The Six" and "Assassination Nation." Lukas Gage, known for his breakout in "Smile 2" and "Road House," adds another layer of intensity to the mix. With production slated to begin in spring 2027 and FilmNation Entertainment handling sales, "Violet" is poised to dominate the horror conversation for years to come.
