Margaret Qualley and Callum Turner in Talks for ‘Possession’ Remake
Exciting news for horror fans! Sources confirm that acclaimed actors Margaret Qualley and Callum Turner are currently in discussions to lead the cast of the upcoming remake of Andrzej Żuławski’s chilling 1981 psychological horror film, Possession. This project, initially announced by The Hollywood Reporter in 2024, is rapidly gaining momentum.
The remake will be helmed by Parker Finn, the director behind the critically and commercially successful horror hit, Smile. Finn has also penned the script and will produce alongside Robert Pattinson, adding further star power to the project. While Pattinson was initially considered for a starring role, scheduling conflicts appear to have prevented his on-screen appearance.
About the Original ‘Possession’
Possession (1981) is a landmark in psychological horror, directed by Andrzej Żuławski. The film stars Isabelle Adjani and Sam Neill, and delves into a deeply unsettling narrative of a marriage unraveling amidst a backdrop of espionage and emotional turmoil. The story follows Mark (Neill), a spy who returns home to West Berlin only to find his wife, Anna (Adjani), exhibiting increasingly erratic and disturbing behavior, and demanding a divorce. Adjani’s performance earned her the Best Actress award at the 1981 Cannes Film Festival, cementing the film’s place in cinematic history.
What’s Next for Margaret Qualley and Callum Turner?
Margaret Qualley has been steadily building a remarkable career, with standout performances in projects like The Leftovers, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Poor Things, and the recent critically acclaimed The Substance. Her recent roles in Drive Away Dolls and Honey Don’t! (directed by Ethan Coen) and Blue Moon (directed by Richard Linklater) showcase her versatility. Qualley has several exciting projects on the horizon, including How to Make a Killing with Glen Powell and The Dog Stars alongside Jacob Elordi.
Callum Turner is also enjoying a surge in popularity, having recently appeared in Eternity with Miles Teller and Elizabeth Olsen. He’s widely recognized for his roles in the Fantastic Beasts franchise, Green Room, and Queen and Country. Turner’s upcoming projects include the highly anticipated Apple TV adaptation of William Gibson’s Neuromancer and One Night Only.
Production for the Possession remake is slated to begin this summer under the Paramount Pictures banner. Fans eagerly await further details on this promising and potentially terrifying reimagining of a horror classic.
