In a move that feels like a match made in genre heaven, the D-O-double-G is officially stepping back into the world of cinematic terror. As first reported by Variety and confirmed by Bloody Disgusting, Snoop Dogg has officially signed on to star in Eli Roth’s upcoming horror-comedy feature, Don’t Go in That House, Bitch!. This project, which has been simmering in development since its announcement last September, is finally picking up speed with a scheduled production start date set for this summer.
For fans of the genre, the title alone carries a certain weight of nostalgic absurdity. The project originated as a faux trailer, a stylistic choice that Eli Roth has famously mastered in the past. While Snoop Dogg was initially attached to the project in a producing capacity, Roth has revealed that the hip-hop legend’s enthusiasm for the material made his transition to the starring role a natural evolution. According to Roth, Snoop has been looking for the right vehicle to launch a new era of 'Death Row Films,' and this meta-horror romp seems to be the perfect fit.
From Faux Trailer to Feature-Length Fright
The journey of Don’t Go in That House, Bitch! follows a proven path in the horror industry. We’ve seen this play out before with incredible success; most notably, Roth’s own Thanksgiving trailer from the 2007 Grindhouse double feature eventually became one of the most celebrated slashers of 2023. Similarly, films like Machete and Hobo with a Shotgun started as tongue-in-cheek teasers before finding a second life as cult-classic features.
By taking a faux trailer and expanding it, Roth is able to lean into the tropes that horror fans love while simultaneously subverting them. The title itself—a common refrain shouted by audiences at movie screens for decades—suggests a meta-commentary on the slasher genre. With Snoop Dogg leading the cast, we can expect a unique blend of high-tension scares and the rapper's signature laid-back charisma, likely providing a comedic counterpoint to Roth’s penchant for gruesome practical effects.
Snoop Dogg’s Enduring Horror Legacy
While many know him primarily for his music and lifestyle brands, Snoop Dogg is no stranger to the world of horror. For veteran fans of the genre, his involvement feels like a homecoming. Snoop previously starred in the 2001 urban horror film Bones, where he played the vengeful spirit Jimmy Bones, a role that has since earned cult classic status. He also headlined the anthology film Hood of Horror in 2006.
Snoop’s return to the genre via Death Row Films signals a strategic move to blend urban culture with traditional horror storytelling. “He’s been wanting to do Death Row Films for a long time,” Roth told Variety, emphasizing that Snoop isn't just a guest star—he’s a creative force behind the project. This collaboration suggests that Don’t Go in That House, Bitch! will be more than just a novelty; it’s an attempt to revitalize a specific flavor of horror-comedy that has been largely absent from the mainstream for several years.
A Summer of Screams and Satire
With filming set to begin this summer, the industry is buzzing about what the final product will look like. Eli Roth is currently riding a wave of momentum following the critical and commercial success of Thanksgiving, proving that he still has his finger on the pulse of what makes a slasher film work in the modern era. Combining his directorial eye for 'splatter' with Snoop Dogg’s cultural influence is a bold move that could capture a wide demographic of both old-school gore-hounds and modern audiences.
While plot details are being kept under tight wraps, the title suggests a story involving a haunted location and, presumably, a group of characters who ignore the very warning the movie is named after. Whether Snoop will play the voice of reason or the one leading the charge into the darkness remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: when Eli Roth and Snoop Dogg team up, the result is bound to be anything but boring. Stay tuned to ScreamDesk as we continue to track this developing story through production and beyond.