Wagner Moura Joins Kristen Stewart in Vampire Film 'Flesh of the Gods'

Panos Cosmatos directs the new A24 horror project set in 1980s Los Angeles.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 8:39pm

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Wagner Moura has joined the cast of the upcoming vampire film 'Flesh of the Gods' alongside Kristen Stewart. The film, directed by Panos Cosmatos, follows a married couple in 1980s Los Angeles who get entangled with a mysterious and enigmatic group. A24 has boarded the project as the U.S. distributor.

Why it matters

Cosmatos' previous film 'Mandy' was a critically acclaimed horror hit, and the pairing of Moura and Stewart in a vampire thriller set in the glitz of 1980s LA is sure to generate significant interest among genre fans.

The details

In 'Flesh of the Gods', Moura will play Raoul, one half of the married couple at the center of the story, with Stewart portraying his wife Alex. The two descend from their luxury condo each night into a surreal, hedonistic world where they cross paths with the mysterious Nameless and her hard-partying group. The script is written by Andrew Kevin Walker, known for 'Se7en'.

  • The film is currently in production.

The players

Wagner Moura

A Brazilian actor known for his roles in 'Narcos' and 'Elysium', who has recently received his first Academy Award nomination.

Kristen Stewart

An acclaimed actress known for her roles in the 'Twilight' franchise, 'Personal Shopper', and 'Spencer'.

Panos Cosmatos

The visionary director behind the horror hit 'Mandy'.

A24

The independent film studio that has boarded 'Flesh of the Gods' as the U.S. distributor.

Andrew Kevin Walker

The screenwriter known for writing the thriller 'Se7en'.

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What’s next

As production continues, more details about the film's plot, additional cast members, and release timeline are expected to be announced.

The takeaway

The pairing of acclaimed actors Moura and Stewart, combined with the visionary direction of Cosmatos and the involvement of A24, suggests that 'Flesh of the Gods' could be a standout horror film that taps into the glitz and decadence of 1980s Los Angeles.