In a move that has horror fans buzzing, Lionsgate has announced that Damien Leone will write , produce and direct an original feature titled Tortures of the Damned. The film is being co‑produced by Sam Raimi and Rob Tapert through their Ghost House banner , with no plot details released yet .

Lionsgate’s Pitch: Leone as a Genre Auteur

According to the Lionsgate Motion Picture Group, Erin Westerman praised Leone for his “singular vision” and called him a true genre auteur. Westerman noted that the studio is excited to back the project and to deepen Leone’s connection with his global fan base. The announcement came with a cryptic social‑media image of a white silhouette against a black background, offering no clues about the story.

Ghost House’s Legacy Meets New Blood

Sam Raimi, famed for the Evil Dead series and the Spider‑Man trilogy, joins the production as a co‑producer via Ghost House. Raimi’s recent survival‑horror thriller has been gaining traction on streaming platforms, and his involvement signals a blend of contemporary horror sensibility with established genre mastery. Rob Tapert, longtime collaborator of Raimi, also backs the venture.

Production Team and Executive Oversight

Lionsgate’s Scott O’Brien and Pavan Kalidindi will oversee the film’s production, while Ghost House’s Romel Adam and Jose Cañas serve as executive producers. These appointments suggest a strong institutional support structure for the project.

Who Is the Unknown White Figure?

The only visual teaser released so far is a silhouette of an unknown white figure, a nod to Leone’s penchant for unsettling imagery. The figure’s identity and relevance to the plot remain a mystery, leaving fans to speculate about the film’s tone and narrative direction.

Damien Leone’s Horror Pedigree

Leone is best known for the Terrifier franchise, which introduced the iconic Art the Clown and includes three films. He has also directed All Hallows’ Eve, All Hallows’ Eve 2, and Frankenstein vs.. The Mummy, and a fourth Terrifier installment is currently in pre‑production.

Open Question: What Will the Film Deliver?

With no plot details released, the key unanswered question is whether Tortures of the Damned will follow Leone’s signature gory style or venture into new thematic territory. The involvement of Raimi could hint at a blend of classic horror tropes with modern sensibilities, but the specific narrative direction remains unknown.