Curry Barker's Original Horror Film Secures Major Studio Deal

WHO:

Coming Soon - Curry Barker, filmmaker, is involved in the project.

Variety - Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Universal Film Group are the studios partnering with Curry Barker.

Deadline - Roy Lee and Steven Schneider’s Spooky Pictures, Adam Hendricks, and Greg Gilreath’s Divide/Conquer are also producing the film.

The Hollywood Reporter - Donna Langley, NBCUniversal Entertainment chairman, commented on Barker's talent.

WHAT:

Coming Soon - Curry Barker secured an eight-figure deal for a new horror film.

Variety - The film is described as an original horror concept.

Deadline - Barker will write, direct, and produce his third feature film.

The Hollywood Reporter - The project was bought off a pitch made by Barker to Universal’s executives.

The Hollywood Reporter - Barker's previous film, "Obsession," grossed $297 million and is Focus Features’ highest-grossing release of all time.

WHERE:

Variety - The film is set up with Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Universal Film Group.

WHEN:

The Hollywood Reporter - "Obsession" was released on May 15.

The Hollywood Reporter - The new film will be distributed worldwide by Universal Film Group.

WHY:

The Hollywood Reporter - Donna Langley stated that Barker has an exceptional ability to tap into the cultural zeitgeist and is redefining what’s possible in filmmaking.

The Hollywood Reporter - Barker expressed excitement about reuniting with Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Universal Film Group, stating they provide a home for bold, original storytelling.

HOW:

The Hollywood Reporter - The deal was described as a rich eight-figure agreement.

The Hollywood Reporter - Barker's new project is based on an original idea he developed.

(UPDATED June 19, 2026 06:42 UTC)

Curry Barker has secured a rich eight-figure deal for a new horror film, which he will write, direct, and produce as his third feature. The project, described as an original horror concept, is being developed in partnership with Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Universal Film Group, with additional production support from Spooky Pictures and Divide/Conquer. Donna Langley, chairman of NBCUniversal Entertainment, praised Barker's exceptional talent and ability to connect with the cultural zeitgeist, emphasizing that he is redefining what's possible in filmmaking.