A New Horror Movie Longlegs Everything We know So Far

“Longlegs”, the chilling horror thriller directed by Osgood Perkins. The film stars Maika Monroe as FBI Agent Lee Harker, assigned to investigate an unsolved serial killer case. Here’s everything you need to know before watching:

The Premise

FBI Agent Lee Harker (Maika Monroe) uncovers occult clues in an unsolved serial killer case. These clues lead her to a Satanic murderer known as Longlegs (played by Nicolas Cage), to whom she may have a personal link. As Harker delves deeper, disturbing evidence emerges, connecting the murders to dark practices.

The Cast

• Longlegs (Nicolas Cage): The elusive serial killer with a sinister agenda.
• Ruth Harker (Alicia Witt): Lee’s religious mother, adding layers of complexity to the story.
• Carrie Anne Camera (Kiernan Shipka): Longlegs’ only known survivor, haunted by the past.

• Maika Monroe: Known for her work in “It Follows” and “The Guest,” Monroe leads the chilling thriller as Agent Lee Harker. Her visceral reaction to the script drew her to the project.
• Nicolas Cage: Cage’s remarkable physical transformation for the role includes thick pale makeup, minor prosthetics, and a long, stringy white/blonde wig. His portrayal of the titular satanic serial killer is soul-shattering.
• Other cast members include Blair Underwood, Alicia Witt, Kiernan Shipka, and Lauren Acala.

The Atmosphere

“Longlegs” has been hailed as the scariest movie of the year, with minimalist flair in its ad campaign. Neon’s handling of distribution has kept Cage’s appearance largely under wraps, adding to the anticipation.

Release Date:

Mark your calendars! “Longlegs” will hit theaters across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom on July 12, 2024. Prepare for a spine-tingling cinematic experience!

What inspired the director to create ‘Longlegs’?

“Longlegs,” directed by Osgood Perkins, draws inspiration from the filmmaker’s personal history. Perkins, the son of Anthony Perkins (known for his role in “Psycho”) and Berry Berenson, weaves generational tensions and a tormented mother-daughter storyline into this mystical procedural. The film also pays homage to the ’90s murder mystery genre, summoning memories of classics like “The Silence of the Lambs” and “Seven.” Set in 1993, it explores secrets, lies, and the precarious balance of maintaining them.