Prepare for a chilling ride as Paramount Pictures partners with acclaimed director Bryan Bertino and the talented Dakota Fanning for the upcoming horror film Vicious. Scheduled for release on August 8, 2025, this spine-tingling thriller promises to plunge audiences into a disturbing rabbit hole of terror.
In this hair-raising narrative, Fanning takes on the role of a young woman who receives a peculiar gift from a mysterious late-night visitor. As the eerie present unravels, she finds herself entangled in a fight for survival, navigating the ominous depths concealed within the unexpected package.
Director Bryan Bertino, known for his work on The Dark and the Wicked and the genre-defining The Strangers, is set to deliver another dose of suspense and horror.
The film is produced by Atlas Entertainment and Richard Suckle, the creative force behind notable projects like American Hustle, Wonder Woman, and Suicide Squad.
Dakota Fanning, recognized as the youngest nominee for a Screen Actors Guild Award, continues to diversify her portfolio with Vicious.
Following this horror venture, she graces Netflix’s Ripley alongside Andrew Scott and explores the supernatural realm in The Watchers, a thrilling project from Ishana Night Shyamalan at New Line. Fanning has recently concluded filming Nicole Kidman’s The Perfect Couple for Netflix.
Notably, Fanning, along with her sister Elle, established Lewellen Pictures in 2020, dedicated to developing impactful projects across film, television, and digital platforms.
Currently, Lewellen is immersed in the production of the documentary series Mastermind for Hulu, narrating the remarkable journey of Dr. Ann Burgess, from nurse to FBI criminal profiler.
In a strategic collaboration with A24, Lewellen Pictures is adapting Paris Hilton’s memoir, Paris: The Memoir, into a captivating TV series. Additionally, they are set to produce Margo’s Got Money Troubles, featuring Elle Fanning and Kidman for Apple Studios.
As Vicious brings horror enthusiasts to the edge of their seats, Dakota Fanning continues to carve her path through diverse and compelling storytelling.
Get ready for a cinematic experience that will redefine the horror genre, leaving audiences breathless and eager for more.
