Blair Witch Reboot Gets Director, Original Stars as EPs

Dylan Clark to direct new Blair Witch Project for Lionsgate; original stars Joshua Leonard and Michael C. Williams executive produce.

Blair Witch Reboot Gets Director, Original Stars as EPs

Image: variety.com

Lionsgate has announced a new imagining of 'The Blair Witch Project,' with horror director Dylan Clark set to helm the reboot. Original stars Joshua Leonard and Michael C. Williams will serve as executive producers, according to a studio press release dated April 30, 2026.

Clark, known for his work on the horror film 'The Dark and the Wicked,' will direct from a script by writer Simon Barrett. The project is described as a fresh take on the 1999 found-footage classic, which grossed over $248 million worldwide on a $60,000 budget.

No casting or production timeline has been announced. The original film's third star, Heather Donahue, is not listed as involved in the reboot. Lionsgate has not commented on potential release dates.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Who is directing the new Blair Witch Project?

Horror director Dylan Clark is set to direct the reboot for Lionsgate.

Are the original actors involved in the reboot?

Original stars Joshua Leonard and Michael C. Williams are executive producers; Heather Donahue is not listed as involved.

When will the new Blair Witch Project be released?

No release date has been announced yet; the project is still in development.

📰 Source:
variety.com →
Share: