Nicole Kidman Joins Osgood Perkins’ Upcoming Horror The Young People
Nicole Kidman Re-Enters the Horror Arena with The Young People
Oscar-winning actor Nicole Kidman has joined the cast of the upcoming horror film The Young People, directed and written by genre-specialist Osgood Perkins. This marks Kidman’s first major return to a theatrical horror project since her acclaimed role in The Others (2001). CBR+1
A High-Profile Ensemble & Creative Collaboration
The Young People brings together a strong ensemble cast. Leading roles are filled by Lola Tung and Nico Parker, with additional support from Tatiana Maslany, Heather Graham, Johnny Knoxville, and more. Kidman’s participation adds a further level of prestige to the project. Tribune Content Agency+1
The film is being produced under Perkins’ Phobos banner and distributed by Neon, marking the first project under a new first-look deal Hughes struck with Neon. Variety Australia+1
Production & Genre Context
Production for The Young People is underway in Vancouver, with a projected theatrical release in 2026. Bloody Disgusting!+1 While specific plot details remain tightly under wraps, early reports suggest the film will lean into a “bad trip” vibe — blending coming-of-age themes with horror elements. Whitlock&Pope+1
Perkins has built his reputation on stylish, psychologically driven horror, and this film looks set to continue that trajectory. The addition of Kidman may signal a deepening of his genre ambitions.
Why This Matters
For Kidman, this project signifies a notable return to her horror roots — she hasn’t taken a major genre role of this sort in over two decades. CBR Meanwhile, for Perkins and Neon, it reinforces their fruitful partnership and the studio’s commitment to bold horror filmmaking.
