Wagner Moura Replaces Oscar Isaac in 'Flesh of the Gods' Vampire Thriller

The 'Mandy' director Panos Cosmatos is helming the A24-distributed project.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 10:49pm

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Brazilian actor Wagner Moura is set to star opposite Kristen Stewart in the upcoming vampire thriller 'Flesh of the Gods' from director Panos Cosmatos, replacing Oscar Isaac who departed the project due to scheduling conflicts. A24 has also acquired the U.S. distribution rights to the highly anticipated film.

Why it matters

Cosmatos' previous film 'Mandy' starring Nicolas Cage developed a cult following, so 'Flesh of the Gods' is one of the most anticipated genre films on the horizon. Moura's casting also marks a high-profile role for the acclaimed Brazilian actor, who received an Oscar nomination for his lead performance in the historical thriller 'The Secret Agent'.

The details

Based on a story by Cosmatos and Andrew Kevin Walker, who wrote the script, 'Flesh of the Gods' is set in 1980s Los Angeles and follows a married couple, Raoul and Alex, who descend into a 'glamorous, surrealistic world of hedonism, thrills, and violence' after crossing paths with a mysterious woman named Nameless and her hard-partying group. A24 has picked up the U.S. distribution rights to the film, which will be produced by Adam McKay, Betsy Koch, Jonas Katzenstein, Maximilian Leo, Kristen Stewart, and Maggie McLean.

  • The film is currently in production.

The players

Wagner Moura

A Brazilian actor, director, and producer who received an Academy Award nomination for his lead performance in the historical thriller 'The Secret Agent'.

Panos Cosmatos

The director of the cult horror film 'Mandy' and the upcoming sci-fi fantasy 'Nekrokosm'.

Kristen Stewart

The acclaimed actress who is starring in 'Flesh of the Gods' and also producing through her company Nevermind Pictures.

A24

The independent film studio that has acquired the U.S. distribution rights to 'Flesh of the Gods'.

Oscar Isaac

The actor who was originally set to star in 'Flesh of the Gods' but had to depart the project due to scheduling conflicts.

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What’s next

Production on 'Flesh of the Gods' is currently underway, with A24 set to distribute the film in the U.S. once completed.

The takeaway

Panos Cosmatos' follow-up to his cult hit 'Mandy' is shaping up to be another highly anticipated genre film, with the casting of acclaimed Brazilian actor Wagner Moura adding further star power. The 1980s Los Angeles setting and the film's surreal, hedonistic premise have already generated significant buzz among genre fans.