Writer/director Michael Dougherty who helmed the already cult classic film Trick r’ Treat, is about to tackle the writing and directing duties for the upcoming horror comedy Krampus. Legendary Pictures announced the deal 
today about the twisted tale of the Scandinavian legend about a yultide creature who in conjunction with Santa, who rewards the good kids, Krampus, on the other hand, severely punishes the bad ones. Read on for more details.
Deadline is reporting, Legendary has closed a deal for Michael Dougherty (pictured) to co-write and direct Krampus, a twisted horror comedy set around the Christmas holiday that’s co-written by Todd Casey and Zach Shields. Based on an ancient legend about a pagan demon who punishes the wicked, Krampus is similar in style to Dougherty’s cult hit Trick R’ Treat. Dougherty also co-wrote X2, the second installment of the X-Men franchise, and Superman Returns. He’s also working on a sequel to Trick R’ Treat. That is also at Legendary, which clearly likes the writer-director.
“The dark ancient origins of our holidays have always fascinated me,” Dougherty said. “I’ve been drawing twisted Christmas cards for well over a decade, so it only made sense to bring some of that morbid yuletide fun to the big screen, and Krampus was the perfect mythology to do that. Christmas has been invading Halloween for far too long. It’s time to return the favor.”
Source: Deadline
