# Parker Posey casting for Sleepover film

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/parker-posey-casting-for-sleepover-film
> Updated: 2026-10-26T21:22:11.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Parker Posey was initially announced to star in the upcoming Blumhouse horror-thriller ‘Sleepover’, directed by Jacob Chase and produced by Jason Blum. The film, based on a short story by Bryce McGuire, is scheduled for a theatrical release by Universal Pictures on October 8, 2027.

However, Posey later confirmed her departure from the project. During an appearance on the Today show, she stated, “No. I’m not doing it anymore,” explaining that “something came up,” though she did not provide further details regarding the exit. As of the latest reports, the studio has not announced a replacement.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-26: Parker Posey departs Blumhouse horror film Sleepover

Parker Posey has confirmed she is no longer part of the Blumhouse horror-thriller Sleepover, which is slated for a 2027 release.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/parker-posey-departs-blumhouse-horror-film-sleepover

### 2026-10-13: Parker Posey to star in Blumhouse horror film ‘Sleepover’

Parker Posey will star in the upcoming Blumhouse and Universal horror film ‘Sleepover’, directed by Jacob Chase, with a scheduled release date of October 8, 2027.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/parker-posey-to-star-in-blumhouse-horror-film-sleepover

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