LaKeith Stanfield Exits 'Molepeople,' Director Ben Wheatley Replaces Rob Savage
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Ben Wheatley has replaced Rob Savage as director of the upcoming horror film "Molepeople," produced by Paramount Primal and Blumhouse Atomic Monster, with Savage remaining as an executive producer.
- LaKeith Stanfield, initially announced as the star, has exited the project due to Savage's departure and scheduling conflicts.
- "Molepeople," scripted by Nathan Elston, follows a man exploring abandoned tunnels beneath New York City, uncovering a hidden society; it is set for theatrical release on August 27, 2027.
- The film is co-financed and co-produced by Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Paramount Primal, with distribution handled worldwide by Paramount.
- Ben Wheatley is known for his bold, original storytelling, with notable works including "Normal," "Kill List," and "Meg 2: The Trench," and has a strong indie and studio film background.
