Now, a horror director known for stories set in the past is taking on a classic 19th-century ghost story that’s perfect for a grim take, even if you probably know it best thanks to the Muppets. The most notable adaptations include 1938’s A Christmas Carol, starring Reginald Owen, 2009’s animated Christmas Carol starring a motion-captured Jim Carrey, and, of course, 1992’s A Muppet Christmas Carol, starring Michael Caine. Robert Eggers is going back to Victorian England with A Christmas Carol. As for Scrooge himself, it’s reported that Robert Eggers’ version will star frequent collaborator Willem Dafoe. It’s unclear where Christmas Carol would fit into his schedule, but considering Nosferatu and Werwulf are both Christmas releases, Winter 2027 may be a safe bet.