Acting has become a profession that everyone likes to try their hands on. This is not exclusive to those who wish to see themselves get famous, as some of the most successful names in the industry have tried their hands in a film or two. Naturally, the One Direction icon, Harry Styles, also joined this trend and has been starring in projects here and there.
He has been in many well-known projects, ranging from Christopher Nolan’s Dunkirk, Marvel’s Eternals, and most famously, Don’t Worry Darling. However, it would seem that these few projects weren’t enough for the actor. It was reported that the star was supposed to be a part of the remake of Nosferatu.
Thankfully, this was not seen through, and Nicholas Hoult ended up replacing the singer.
Harry Styles Was Almost In Nosferatu
The remake of 1922’s Nosferatu has been heavily anticipated for many reasons. The film is set to provide a new version of the classic for a completely different audience, continuing the legacy of the iconic silent film. There are many excellent things about the upcoming film, with it being directed by The Lighthouse director, Robert Eggers, as well as its cast consisting of talents like Willem Dafoe, Emma Corrin, and Bill Skarsgård.
Amid all the beauty and excitement of the film, many seemed to have forgotten that Harry Styles’ name was once connected to the project. In March 2022, Variety reported that the singer was no longer a part of the project after scheduling conflicts caused him to pull out.
Not only was he supposed to be a part of the upcoming film, but his role was important enough that Anya Taylor-Joy would have been cast if he had still been connected to the film. Additionally, it was later reported by Deadline that the role that Styles was supposed to play was filled by Nicholas Hoult.
Fans Are Glad At The Change
When the updates were being given about Harry Styles’ involvement in Nosferatu, no one batted an eye, with conversations of Don’t Worry Darling still going on. However, with two years having passed, fans cannot help but look back at how bizarre the entire situation was.
Recently, a post updating audiences about the news from 2022 has resurfaced, and fans are losing their minds at the idea. Although there is no denying that Styles is one of the greatest musicians of recent years, it is important to remember that acting is not his specialty. With this in mind, his being a part of a big and serious production like Nosferatu almost seems comical to audience members now.
There will never be a bigger upgrade ever I fear https://t.co/wEuC4XtGXq
— Eugene Hutter (NOSFERATU PROPAGANDA‼️‼️‼️) 🐌 (@Eugene_Patilio) October 16, 2024
WHY WAS HARRY STYLES CASTED IN THE FIRST PLACE 😭
— 𝒕𝒆𝒂 (@teamansion) October 16, 2024
replacing anya taylor joy with lily rose depp was a small price to pay for this
— ben 2: judgement day (@punishedyogurt) October 16, 2024
Robert Eggers watched Don’t Worry Darling
— Lucas (@lzberchuck) October 16, 2024
I don’t get the hate towards Style, it’s not like Hoult is so amazing.
— R P (@RP82637968) October 16, 2024
Going from someone like Styles, who is not very experienced in acting, to an actor as successful and respected as Nicholas Hoult has forced many fans to joke about the news. Some pointed out that the update was one of the biggest of all time, considering just how hilarious it seems now. Others questioned why Styles was considered to be a part of the project in the first place.
Few even joked that Robert Eggers ended up watching his film with Florence Pugh and decided against casting the actor. While fans are making jokes now, there is no denying that the decision is widely appreciated by everyone.
The Nosferatu remake is set to release in theaters on December 25, 2024.
