History of Longlegs in Timeline

"Longlegs" is an upcoming American horror thriller film. It is written and directed by Osgood Perkins and features a cast including Maika Monroe, Nicolas Cage, Alicia Witt, Blair Underwood, and Kiernan Shipka. Specific plot details are yet to be released.

November 2022: Project Announcement and Initial Casting

News broke in November 2022 that Osgood Perkins would write and direct Longlegs, a horror thriller film starring Nicolas Cage as a serial killer. Cage would also produce through his company, Saturn Films.

February 2023: Casting Additions

In February 2023, Maika Monroe joined the cast of Longlegs as FBI agent Lee Harker. The following month, Alicia Witt and Blair Underwood also joined the cast.

February 2023: North American Distribution Rights Acquired

Neon obtained the North American distribution rights for Longlegs in February 2023 at the European Film Market.

February 23, 2023: Completion of Filming

Principal photography for Longlegs wrapped up on February 23, 2023. Filming took place in Vancouver, British Columbia, with Andrés Arochi serving as cinematographer.

May 31, 2024: Beyond Fest Screening

Longlegs was screened at Beyond Fest in Los Angeles on May 31, 2024.

July 12, 2024: U.S. Release of Longlegs

On July 12, 2024, Longlegs was released in the United States by Neon.

2024: Critical Acclaim for Longlegs

In 2024, Longlegs garnered significant praise from critics. J. Hurtado of Screen Anarchy called the film "a masterpiece," while Meagan Navarro of Bloody Disgusting applauded its performances and atmosphere. Bill Bria of /Film labeled it "the most terrifying horror movie of 2024."