A lot of horror fans are skeptical of remakes and that’s entirely understandable. There were a lot of cynical rehashes that went into production in the ‘00s when the remake boom was in full swing. We’re still seeing that trend continue, but it seems we’ve achieved a greater balance of late. Yes, many of the titles getting greenlit today are based on an IP in one way or another, but a lot of these reimaginings within the genre space are showing a level of creativity many argue is absent from past remakes like The Omen or A Nightmare on Elm Street. An upcoming reimagining that has me somewhat hopeful is Christopher Smith’s reinterpretation of his 2004 horror film Creep. The impending reboot is called The Creep.
Although the picture has yet to go before cameras, Shudder has already scooped up the North American distribution rights
Principal photography is slated to commence this fall. Several people who worked on the original film will join Smith on this return to the IP, including cinematographer Danny Cohen and production designer John Frankish.
Deadline reports that Jasmine Jobson, who stars in the Netflix series Top Boy will appear in the project as Chloe, “a struggling artist forced to return to her criminal past.” The outlet also reveals that UK-based musician Aitch will feature as Natter G, “a famous rapper with a sharp wit and natural survival instincts.” Additionally, Deadline reports that Wicked actor Andy Nyman is attached and will play “a captive who is well-versed in Creep’s nefarious behaviour.”
While a more specific release date is not known at this juncture, the film is expected to bow at some point in 2026.
Deadline lists this as the official synopsis: Set in London’s iconic shadowy underground, the malevolent figure of Creep unleashes fresh terror on unsuspecting tube passengers and Londoners.
I’m eager to see what Smith has in store for us with this update. I am a fan of the original, however, it’s a picture that might have benefited from a few tweaks here and there. There are some pieces of the narrative that don’t work as well as they could have. Improving upon perceived shortcomings may be as good of a reason as any to revisit an IP. I’m hopeful that this return visit to the world of The Creep will prove a worthwhile endeavor.
There you have it, dear reader, Christopher Smith is working on a Creep reboot. If all goes according to plan, we’ll be able to watch the film on Shudder next year. In the meantime, stay tuned to Dread Central for more breaking news as it develops.
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