Silent Night, Deadly Night is officially making its chilling return with a reboot from the producers of the hit Terrifier franchise. Announced by Cineverse, the project promises a fresh take on the cult-classic horror film, which first shocked audiences in 1984.
The original Silent Night, Deadly Night follows a young boy scarred by witnessing his parents’ brutal murder at the hands of a man dressed as Santa Claus. As an adult, his trauma resurfaces, leading him to don a Santa suit and embark on a bloody path of revenge. Infamous for its graphic violence and controversial marketing, the original sparked outrage, especially for its depiction of a 𝓀𝒾𝓁𝓁er Santa.
Despite protests and being pulled from theaters, it became a box-office success, even outperforming A Nightmare on Elm Street during its opening weekend.The reboot aims to reimagine this unsettling tale while paying homage to its roots. Cineverse is confident the new vision will captivate both theatrical audiences and streaming viewers, especially following the success of the Terrifier franchise.Fans of the original and new audiences alike can expect a horrifying holiday treat when Silent Night, Deadly Night arrives in THEATERS in late 2025.
