Not something I guess you see everyday. But an indie studio from the UK are currently working on an unofficial adaptation of the classic story Aladdin, but with a dark supernatural horror twist. Titled Aladdin: The Monkey’s Paw, is a reimagining of the Aladdin story, the films synopsis is:
A modern-day Londoner, Aladdin, inherits an ancient monkey’s paw believed to grant wishes, only to discover that every desire comes at a soul-crushing price. As those around him fall victim to its curse, he must confront a growing evil — and the demonic force that feeds on every wish made.
Bradley Stryker (Terrifier 3) is set to star, producer and direct the flick and said “We always wanted to explore horror through a personal lens — not just the scares, but the human cost of wishes,” McDougall said of the film. “This story’s been haunting us for a while, and it’s time to let it loose. The best horror films haunt you long after the credits roll. That’s what this story does. It’s sharp, emotional, and full of dread in all the right ways. We’re not just making another horror film — we’re building a world around a truly iconic concept. The paw, the mythology, the characters — it’s all there… This film will be so much fun — it’s all about the peaks and valleys; the highs of lows of what we deem our dreams and desires… and then we slam that into a genre film in which the stakes have never been more diabolical and entertaining.”
Principal photography will take place in the UK and is set to begin production later in May of 2025.
