‘Victorian Psycho’ – Margaret Qualley to Star in Gothic Horror Movie from ‘Longlegs’ Producer

The Substance star Margaret Qualley is sticking with horror a bit longer, as Deadline has announced that the actor is set to star in upcoming psychological horror-thriller Victorian Psycho.

Production is set to begin in March 2025, with sales launching ahead of next week’s American Film Market.

The 1958 set film “will follow a young, eccentric governess named Winifred Notty (Qualley) who 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.”

The gothic horror film reunites Qualley with Sanctuary filmmaker Zachary Wigon, who is directing from a script by author Virginia Feito (Mrs. March), based on her upcoming novel of the same name.

Qualley told Deadline, “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.”

Victorian Psycho is produced by Dan Kagan (Longlegs, now back in theaters) under his Traffic banner as well as Sebastien Raybaud (Greenland: Migration) and Wigon, in association with Anonymous Content. Nick Shumaker and Bard Dorros will executive-produce.