Hammer Films Unveils Trailer and Poster for ‘Doctor Jekyll’

In an exciting development, Hammer Films has officially announced the launch of the trailer and poster for Doctor Jekyll, a contemporary retelling of Robert Louis Stevenson’s timeless novella, “The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.”

This exciting cinematic experience is set to captivate UK audiences exclusively in theaters from October 27, 2023.

Directed by the talented Joe Stephenson, known for his works such as Chicken and McKellen: Playing The Part, the film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, featuring renowned actors like Eddie Izzard, Scott Chambers, Lindsay Duncan, and Simon Callow. This production marks a significant milestone for Hammer Films, as it signifies their triumphant return to the world of horror following their recent acquisition by theatre and entertainment mogul John Gore.

“Doctor Jekyll” promises to breathe fresh life into the beloved classic, delivering a contemporary twist to the age-old tale. Audiences can anticipate a modern interpretation that challenges the boundaries of good and evil. The story revolves around Dr. Nina Jekyll, portrayed by the incomparable Eddie Izzard, who forms an unexpected friendship with her newly hired assistant, Rob, played by emerging talent Scott Chambers (Chicken). Together, they must unite to thwart the destructive force of Hyde, a sinister alter ego. The screenplay, penned by Dan Kelly-Mulhern, sets the stage for a suspenseful and thought-provoking narrative.

To mark this cinematic rebirth, Doctor Jekyll will have its grand red-carpet premiere at London’s iconic Odeon Leicester Square on October 11, 2023. This event promises to be a star-studded affair, with the cast and crew gracing the occasion. Furthermore, the film was selected to be part of the prestigious FrightFest London 2023 lineup, where an early cut was showcased to an enthusiastic audience.

This revival of Hammer Films is not limited to Doctor Jekyll alone. John Gore, the visionary behind this resurgence, expressed his deep passion for the iconic Hammer legacy, stating, “Given ‘Doctor Jekyll’ was the first Gothic Horror book, it is very appropriate that Joe Stephenson’s thrilling new film should be the first of a new generation of Hammer movies.” This signals the dawn of a new era for Hammer, promising a slate of films that will carry forward the legendary Hammer name.

“Doctor Jekyll” transports viewers to an isolated mansion, where a locked room, ominous corridors, a dusty cellar, and a malevolent doctor set the stage for spine-tingling horror. As Rob, the ex-convict carer, becomes entangled in the sinister machinations of Nina Jekyll and her alter ego, Rachel Hyde, audiences will be left wondering just how far he will go to satisfy his client’s peculiar desires and his own aspirations, including a reunion with his estranged daughter.

Prepare to be thrilled and chilled as Doctor Jekyll ushers in a new era of horror cinema, marrying tradition with innovation and resurrecting the iconic Hammer Films legacy for a new generation of horror aficionados.

Doctor Jekyll Trailer