Raimi to Direct Remake of Classic Horror Film
May 15, 2026 at 21:52
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- Sam Raimi signs on to remake the horror classic Magic
- Writers from Send Help will collaborate with Raimi
- The original film starred Anthony Hopkins as a ventriloquist
Lionsgate has announced that Sam Raimi will direct a remake of the 1978 horror film Magic, previously only attached as a producer. This collaboration brings back writers Mark Swift and Damian Shannon, known for their work on the popular horror comedy Send Help.
According to Lionsgate's chair Adam Fogelson, "Sam is the dream director for this project," highlighting the strong match between Raimi's vision and the film's material. The original Magic featured Anthony Hopkins as a ventriloquist whose puppet gains a life of its own, described as a "terrifying love story." The details regarding the plot, cast, and release date for the remake are yet to be revealed.
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