Hunter Schafer stars in the new horror film 'Cuckoo', directed by Tilman Singer, where she plays Gretchen, a 17-year-old struggling to adjust to life in the German Alps with her family. The film explores Gretchen's growing suspicions about the eerie resort and her father's boss, Herr König, played by Dan Stevens, as she experiences strange occurrences and a haunting hooded woman. Critics have praised Schafer's performance, suggesting she could become a legendary scream queen akin to Jamie Lee Curtis and Mia Goth. 'Cuckoo' has been described as a unique horror experience that breaks traditional genre conventions, appealing to fans of the bizarre and unsettling. The film is part of a busy 2024 horror lineup, with its theatrical release coinciding with other thrilling titles. Schafer, who gained fame from 'Euphoria', is also set to star in Ridley Scott's upcoming Blade Runner miniseries, marking a significant transition in her career.