Jacob Tremblay (Room) and Aaron Paul (“Breaking Bad”) will star in The Night House for producer Steven Schneider (Split, Insidious, Paranormal Activity).
Not to be confused with David Bruckner‘s 2020 film of the same name, The Night House is based on the 2023 novel by Jo Nesbø, whose work was previously adapted in 2007’s The Snowman.
Tremblay and Paul will play different aged versions of the protagonist, Richard, in the psychological horror film. It’s set to shoot this summer in Álava, Spain.
In the wake of his parents’ recent death, high schooler Richard has been sent to live with relatives in the remote town of Ballantyne. One day, during an innocent prank call in a phone booth, Richard shockingly witnesses his classmate violently get sucked into the phone receiver and disappear without a trace.
Police suspect Richard to be responsible, and no one believes his story except Karen, a fellow teenage outsider. As Richard and Karen try to understand their friend’s unspeakable death, they soon realize they have unleashed terrifying evil forces. As reality starts to blur, can Richard even trust himself?
Nesbø co-wrote the screenplay with Jesper Ganslandt (“Snabba Cash”), who will direct. Schneider is producing with Hope Studios’ Fredrik Wikström Nicastro (A Man Called Otto).
“I couldn’t have wished for better actors than Jacob and Aaron to headline this film,” said Ganslandt. “We also happen to share the same goal, which is turning this into a seriously disturbing psychological horror movie, unlike anything you’ve ever seen before!”
“Jo Nesbø’s The Night House is a haunting, fresh, and utterly gripping horror. I can’t wait to see it take shape in collaboration with the super talented Jesper Ganslandt, Hope Studios and the incredible talents of Aaron Paul and Jacob Tremblay.” said Steven Schneider. “Together, we’re set to deliver something truly unforgettable!”
WME Independent and UTA Independent Film Group are co-repping the film’s US rights, while Protagonist Pictures is launching international sales at the European Film Market in Berlin.
Tremblay can next be seen in Mike Flanagan‘s adaptation of Life of Chuck, due out on May 30, and Macon Blair‘s reboot of The Toxic Avenger, releasing unrated on August 29. Meanwhile, Paul stars in Flying Lotus‘ sci-fi horror film Ash, opening March 21.
Jacob Tremblay in ‘The Toxic Avenger’