Get ready for a spine-chilling cinematic experience! The team behind the gripping horror film Don’t Move is back, and this time they’re tackling something even more haunting. Adam Schindler and Brian Netto, the dynamic duo who brought us Don’t Move, are set to direct Every House Is Haunted, a project produced by the legendary Sam Raimi, as reported by Deadline. But here’s where it gets controversial—can this new film live up to the eerie brilliance of its source material, Ian Rogers’ 2012 short story collection? Fans are already buzzing with anticipation, but skeptics wonder if Hollywood can truly capture the essence of Rogers’ chilling tales.
Raimi, known for his mastery of horror, has a financing deal with Starlight, which optioned Rogers’ collection. The film will be based on the short story The House on Ashley Avenue, a tale that blends skepticism and supernatural dread. In it, an insurance investigator attempts to debunk claims that a couple’s death was caused by a haunted house. However, his rational doubts are shattered when he encounters a psychic and witnesses inexplicable events firsthand. And this is the part most people miss—the story isn’t just about ghosts; it’s a deep dive into the human psyche and our fear of the unknown.
Raimi and Zainab Azizi are producing for Raimi Productions, alongside Roy Lee of Vertigo Entertainment, known for hits like Weapons and IT. Vertigo’s Andrew Childs, who worked on The Long Walk, will executive produce. Originally, the film was set up at Netflix with writers Jason Pagan and Andrew Deutschman (Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension) penning the script, though it’s unclear if their involvement remains. Raimi himself praised Rogers, saying, ‘Ian is a fantastic storyteller of horror. He has an ability to create a unique reading experience with great scares and memorable characters. I knew the moment I finished reading Every House Is Haunted that Ian was someone I wanted to work with.’
Boldly, the project has already seen its share of changes. The Nun director Corin Hardy was initially announced as the director in 2021 but has since moved on to other ventures. Meanwhile, Schindler and Netto are keeping busy—their next project is Nightwatching, an adaptation of Tracy Sierra’s psychological thriller novel starring Mila Kunis. But here’s the question that’s dividing fans: Can Schindler and Netto bring the same intensity to Every House Is Haunted as they did to Don’t Move? Or will this film take a different, perhaps riskier, approach to horror?
As we await more details, one thing is certain: Every House Is Haunted is shaping up to be a must-watch for horror enthusiasts. But what do you think? Is this project destined for greatness, or will it fall short of expectations? Let us know in the comments—we’re eager to hear your take on this haunting endeavor!
