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Kevin Bacon to Star in Jeremy Slater’s Horror Thriller “Summoner,” Amazon MGM Feature in Development
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Kevin Bacon to Star in Jeremy Slater’s Horror Thriller “Summoner,” Amazon MGM Feature in Development

The Hollywood Reporter reports that longtime genre writer Jeremy Slater will make his directorial debut on the Amazon MGM Studios horror thriller, with Kevin Bacon set to star.

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Kevin Bacon is set to star in “Summoner,” a horror thriller being developed as an Amazon MGM Studios feature, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

The same report says Jeremy Slater, a longtime genre screenwriter, is making his directorial debut with the project. The announcement positions the film at the intersection of mainstream acting and the genre writing track Slater has built over multiple screen projects.

The Hollywood Reporter characterizes “Summoner” as a horror thriller and frames the deal as an exclusive tied to Amazon MGM, though it does not describe additional casting, character names, or plot specifics in the information provided here.

For Amazon MGM, “Summoner” represents another addition to its slate of genre-driven theatrical development. For Bacon, the project continues a career in which he has moved across genres, now aligning with a new horror vehicle featuring Slater’s move from writing into directing.

Slater’s transition is the central creative hook of the announcement. A screenwriter making a first feature directing effort typically indicates a shift in how material is staged, though The Hollywood Reporter does not provide production start dates or creative statements beyond the fact of his debut.

The report also does not specify whether “Summoner” is intended as a standalone film or part of a broader franchise, and it does not disclose budget, release timing, or production locations in the provided information.

As of publication, the publicly reported information is limited to the attached talent and the companies involved, leaving open what studio executives will require for scheduling, marketing positioning, and production approvals before the project moves deeper into filming.

Additional details about “Summoner,” including supporting cast, creative team roles beyond Slater, and a concrete timetable for production and release, would be expected to emerge as Amazon MGM and its partners finalize the next development steps.

Why It Matters

  • Amazon MGM’s attachment of Bacon to a Slater-directed debut underscores the studio’s continued investment in commercially oriented genre films with established screen talent.
  • Slater’s directorial debut may affect creative control and set expectations for how the screenplay is translated into production once the project advances.
  • Because the reported details are limited to talent and studio involvement, the next disclosure of cast, production timeline, and marketing plan will likely determine how audiences and industry stakeholders position the film.
  • The project’s movement from development to production will require finalized commitments on scheduling, budgeting, and creative roles, which can influence staffing and labor planning across the production ecosystem.

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Key Facts

  • The Hollywood Reporter reports Kevin Bacon will star in “Summoner.”
  • Jeremy Slater, described as a longtime genre screenwriter, will make his directorial debut with the film.
  • The project is an Amazon MGM Studios feature.
  • The announcement was reported as an exclusive by The Hollywood Reporter.
  • The provided report information does not include plot details, additional casting, or release timing.