Sophie Turner and Kit Harington for Japanese Horror: ‘The Dreadful,’ First Look at ‘Onibaba’ Remake Revealed

Published 01/14/2026, 11:35 AM EST

A classic Japanese horror story is getting a modern makeover, and it is sending appropriate chills through viewers. Sophie Turner and Kit Harington are set to star in The Dreadful, a remake of the 1964 cult film Onibaba. The first look at the new offering has been revealed, hinting at a tense, haunting story filled with suspense and supernatural terror.

With its mix of psychological thrills and eerie visuals, the movie is shaping up to be a must-watch for horror aficionados everywhere.

The Dreadful: Sophie Turner and Kit Harington in eerie spotlight

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Sophie Turner and Kit Harington will be back on screens on February 20 in The Dreadful. Entertainment Weekly recently dropped the first look at the Onibaba remake, showing the actors in moody woods and on a lonely beach.

In the images, Turner’s character, Anne, looks lost in thought at times but fully focused on Harington’s character at others. The film will be released in theaters and on demand simultaneously.

The Dreadful, per Entertainment Weekly, is set during the War of the Roses and follows Anne and her mother-in-law, Morwen, who live a quiet, harsh life away from society. Everything changes when a man from their past returns, setting off a chain of events that shakes Anne’s world. This remake promises gripping moments, with Turner and Harington’s shared Game of Thrones history having made filming comfortable and fun for them.

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The pair, who will reunite professionally for the first time since the HBO series concluded in 2019, have spoken about what it was like working together after years apart.

Kit Harington and Sophie Turner talk The Dreadful

Kit Harington and Sophie Turner have shared funny and awkward moments from The Dreadful in various interviews. On Late Night with Seth Meyers, new Lara Croft Turner admitted that filming their first kissing scene was very uncomfortable and one of the most unpleasant moments she has experienced on set.

Harington, speaking to E! News, joked that he had to stand on an apple box to reach her height, but added that being on set together was wonderful. Their reunion felt like being with family again.

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As its release date approaches, The Dreadful is drawing ample attention for its dark tone and striking visuals. The return of Sophie Turner and Kit Harington to the screen together adds to the anticipation, especially for longtime Game of Thrones viewers curious to see them in a very different setting. With its unsettling story and moody atmosphere, the film looks set to offer a fresh take on a classic horror tale when it arrives this February.

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What do you think of the first looks of Sophie Turner and Kit Harington in The Dreadful? Let us know in the comments.

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Seema Sinha

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Seema Sinha is a journalist at Netflix Junkie, covering the celebrity culture and global cinema beats. With three years of experience at major Hollywood media verticals, she filters real news from the gossip and buzz. Her core focus is on pop culture narratives surrounding musicians—primarily Taylor Swift—with her reporting striking a fine balance between human insight and editorial clarity.

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