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Daily Dead’s Horror Highlights reports developments on three horror projects: Blumhouse Atomic has entered a first-look deal with James Tynion IV’s Tiny Onion and will develop Exquisite Corpses with Lyrical Media; a 1408 sequel has attached Natalia Dyer and Elijah Wood. The sequel is slated to begin production in early 2027, but John Cusack and Samuel L. Jackson are only in talks to return. The supplied material gives no separate project details for One Night in Purgatory.
Blumhouse Atomic has entered a first-look deal with James Tynion IV’s Tiny Onion and will develop his comic-book universe Exquisite Corpses with Lyrical Media, while a separate sequel to the 2007 horror film 1408 has attached Natalia Dyer and Elijah Wood. The two developments, reported in Daily Dead’s Horror Highlights roundup, point to new screen adaptations of established horror properties; the 1408 sequel is currently scheduled to start production in early 2027.
The Blumhouse Atomic agreement covers development of Tiny Onion intellectual property for film, television and animation. Under the announcement quoted by Daily Dead, Blumhouse will also join Tiny Onion and Lyrical Media in developing Exquisite Corpses for film and animation. The comic, co-created by Tynion and artist Michael Walsh and published by Image Comics, is described in the report as a serial-killer battle royale series. It has sold more than one million copies in its first 18 months of publication, according to the announcement.
The deal builds on an existing relationship: Blumhouse is already developing Tynion’s Something Is Killing the Children as a live-action film and an adult animated series. The supplied report says the feature is in active development with director Craig Zobel and is expected to enter production next year. Tynion’s Tiny Onion was established in 2024 with investment from Lyrical Media and develops comics and graphic novels as well as screen adaptations.
For 1408, Dyer is attached to star and Wood is set to join the cast. Original director Mikael Håfström is returning to direct and co-wrote the sequel with Mark Verheiden. John Cusack and Samuel L. Jackson, stars of the original, are in talks to reprise their roles; their involvement is not confirmed. The sequel’s plot has not been disclosed. The roundup headline also names One Night in Purgatory, but the supplied report contains no details about that title.
New Paths for Horror Adaptations
The announcements show how established horror comics and films are being positioned for further screen development. Blumhouse’s agreement gives Tiny Onion a first-look relationship with a producer focused on horror, while the Exquisite Corpses partnership brings Blumhouse together with the comic’s existing developer, Lyrical Media. The reported sales figure indicates the comic has reached a substantial readership, though it does not guarantee that a film or animated project will be produced.
The 1408 sequel pairs new cast members with the original director, giving the project a connection to the earlier film without confirming the return of its lead actors. For viewers, the next meaningful indicators will be confirmed casting, plot information and whether the proposed 2027 production schedule holds. At present, the update is about development and attachments, not a completed film or a release date.
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From Comics to Screen Plans
Exquisite Corpses is one of several horror comics associated with Tynion’s work. The supplied report identifies it as co-created with artist Michael Walsh and published by Image Comics. Tiny Onion oversees adaptations of its properties while releasing comics and graphic novels through publishing partners including Image Comics, Dark Horse Comics and Penguin Random House. The Blumhouse deal covers more of the company’s catalogue, while the specific announcement names Exquisite Corpses for joint film and animation development.
The original 1408, directed by Håfström and based on a Stephen King short story, follows a skeptical writer who checks into a room at a New York hotel and encounters a supernatural ordeal. Daily Dead’s report says the film earned more than $130 million worldwide. The sequel is being developed by a group that includes producers Lorenzo di Bonaventura, Richard Saperstein, Spyglass Media Group and Frank Mayor. FilmNation Entertainment is representing international distribution rights and co-representing domestic rights with WME Independent, according to the report.
““James has been a valued partner on Something Is Killing the Children, which is why we wanted to expand our relationship.””
— Jason Blum, Blumhouse Atomic CEO and co-founder
Casting and Story Details Pending
The supplied material does not provide a plot for the 1408 sequel, and it does not confirm whether Cusack or Jackson will return; both are described as being in talks. Dyer’s attachment and Wood’s planned casting are reported, but no character details are given. A target start in the first quarter of 2027 is a schedule, not confirmation that filming has begun or will proceed on that date.
The Blumhouse announcement concerns development, not a greenlight, production start or release date for Exquisite Corpses. The roundup title also includes One Night in Purgatory, but the supplied source text contains no reporting about its production, release or creators. No details about that project can be verified from the material provided.
Production Plans and Project Updates
The next reported milestone for the 1408 sequel is its planned first-quarter 2027 production start. Before then, further announcements may clarify the cast, plot and schedule, but the source does not specify when those details will be released. FilmNation is introducing the project to buyers, according to the report.
For Exquisite Corpses, the immediate next step is development with Blumhouse Atomic, Tiny Onion and Lyrical Media. The source gives no production timetable or release window. Separate updates would be needed to establish whether One Night in Purgatory is part of the roundup’s broader coverage and what its status may be.
Key Questions
What did Blumhouse Atomic announce?
Blumhouse Atomic entered a first-look deal with Tiny Onion, James Tynion IV’s production company, for development of intellectual property across film, television and animation. It will also develop Exquisite Corpses with Tiny Onion and Lyrical Media for film and animation.
Who is attached to the 1408 sequel?
Natalia Dyer is attached to star, and Elijah Wood is set to join the cast. Director Mikael Håfström is returning. John Cusack and Samuel L. Jackson are in talks to reprise their roles, so their returns are not confirmed.
When is the 1408 sequel expected to film?
Production is currently slated to begin in the first quarter of 2027, according to the report. No release date is provided.
What is known about One Night in Purgatory?
The supplied Daily Dead material names One Night in Purgatory in its headline but provides no project details. Its status, creative team and timing are not established by the material provided.
Source: dailydead.com
