Following her acclaimed performance in The Substance, Margaret Qualley isn’t straying far from the horror genre. Deadline reports Qualley will star in Victorian Psycho, a psychological horror-thriller that will reunite her with Sanctuary director Zachary Wigon.
Here’s the synopsis: In 1858, a young, eccentric governess named Winifred Notty (Margaret Qualley) arrives at the remote gothic manor known as Ensor House. Winifred’s responsibilities include teaching the children table manners and educating them about their family’s history, all whilst hiding her psychopathic tendencies. As Winifred assimilates into life at Ensor House, staff members begin to inexplicably disappear, and the owners of the estate begin to wonder if there is something amiss about their new governess.
Victorian Psycho will be directed by Wigon from a script by author Virginia Feito (Mrs. March), based on her upcoming novel of the same name. Dan Kagan is aboard as producer, following his success with horror hit Longlegs.
Qualley said in a statement, “Working with Zach [Wigon] again feels like a rare gift, and I can’t wait to step into this twisted world he’s created.”
Wigon added: “As soon as I discovered this thoroughly insane and unforgettable character, I knew I had to introduce moviegoers to Winifred Notty. I am beyond thrilled that the utterly fearless Margaret Qualley will be bringing this complex antihero to vivid life. Virginia Feito’s screenplay is an audacious blend of psychodrama, satire, gore and mystery. With horror aficionado producer Dan Kagan and the support of Anton and Anonymous, I cannot wait to make Victorian Psycho.”
Production on Victorian Psycho begins March 2025.
