Horror Royalty Vera Farmiga is officially making her triumphant return to the realm of supernatural terror. The Academy Award nominee is set to star in and executive produce Inferno, a high-concept occult thriller. Writer Bryan Hill will also step behind the camera to direct the project.
Investigating the Occult in London
The story draws on long-standing rumors about a secret unit within Britain’s Scotland Yard. Specifically, Farmiga portrays a seasoned former detective drawn back into an obscure department known as the “Black Branch.”
CHer dangerous pursuit of a ruthless killer forces her to confront the ultimate supernatural terror. Farmiga’s character thought she had permanently escaped this dark world, but fate clearly has other plans.
A Powerhouse Creative Team
The production brings together heavy hitters from across the film industry. ZQ Entertainment, Prime Universe Films, and Manifest Pictures are teaming up to produce and distribute the thriller.
Director Bryan Hill promises a terrifying mystery that will haunt audiences long after the credits roll. Additionally, Manifest Pictures executives compare the script’s procedural tension to Manhunter, while praising its emotional horror reminiscent of The Exorcist and Longlegs.
Box Office Horror Royalty
Farmiga has established herself as one of horror’s most bankable stars, generating over $1.4 billion worldwide. This project marks her major genre return following her iconic run as Lorraine Warren in The Conjuring franchise.
Furthermore, Hill brings impressive credentials from television, graphic novels, and upcoming high-profile features like Ryan Coogler’s Prince biopic. Pre-production is moving rapidly, with principal photography scheduled to commence in late spring.
Where to Watch
Because Inferno is in pre-production and preparing for spring shooting, it isn’t yet available to stream or rent anywhere. Manifest Pictures is now introducing the project to international buyers at the American Film Market. However, fans eager for Vera Farmiga’s signature supernatural chills can stream The Conjuring franchise on HBO Max to tide them over.
