Original Halloween actress Sandy Johnson has officially joined the cast of Witchcraft: The Lanterne of Light, the upcoming found footage supernatural horror feature directed by Carissa Pierson. The casting announcement brings one of the genre’s earliest scream queens into a film that is rapidly assembling a roster of horror royalty.
Johnson is best known to horror fans as Judith Myers, Michael Myers’ older sister in John Carpenter’s landmark 1978 classic Halloween. Her unforgettable appearance in the film’s iconic opening sequence helped launch one of cinema’s most enduring franchises — and cemented her status among the original architects of the genre. Nearly five decades later, she steps into a new world of darkness alongside a cast that includes Eric Roberts (The Dark Knight, The Expendables, Babylon), Lisa Wilcox (A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master, A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child), Andrew Pierson (A Soldier’s Descent), Kristina Lafser (The Last Sleepover), former Studio 54 DJ Rockin Ronnie, and Kato Kaelin (American Manhunt: O.J. Simpson).
Set in the shadowed forests of North Carolina, Witchcraft: The Lanterne of Light follows a paranormal investigation team as they uncover the horrifying legacy of a centuries-old cult known as The Children of the Hollow. Their search for answers leads them to a cursed lantern, a history drenched in blood, and a supernatural evil that refuses to remain buried. Blending found footage realism with occult horror and folklore, the film aims to deliver an immersive descent into terror.
“We are honored to welcome Sandy Johnson to Witchcraft: The Lanterne of Light,” said director Carissa Pierson. “Her role in Halloween helped shape the horror genre and inspire generations of filmmakers and fans. Having her join our cast is truly special, and we cannot wait for audiences to see what she brings to this story.”
Production is ongoing; additional casting announcements are expected as the film moves toward completion. Stay tuned to the filmmakers’ channels for updates on Witchcraft: The Lanterne of Light.
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