Universal Pictures is developing a new film set in monster hunter Van Helsing's world, to be produced by horror master James Wan and helmed by Overworld fame, Julius Avery.
The plotline for the movie is being kept under wraps for now, Avery is rewriting the script for the new project with Eric Pearson. Wan will produce with Michael Clear through his Atomic Monster banner.
Van Helsing first appeared in Bram Stoker's novel Dracula. However, it is unclear how Helsing will be inculcated in this horror/thriller, especially after Universal's previously unsuccessful attempt to launch a Helsing franchise in 2004 with Hugh Jackman in titular role. The movie performed below expectations and the franchise never took off, but the studio still seems to have an interest for the character.
