A Biopic of a ‘Forgotten’ Civil Rights Leader

Netflix has released their trailer for the biographical drama Rustin. The film’s subject is Bayard Rustin, one of the men responsible for helping organize the hugely important 1963 March On Washington. It also features historical figures like Martin Luther King Jr., Roy Wilkins, and Asa Phillip Randolph. The movie itself centers around Rustin’s often behind-the-scenes involvement in the American Civil … Read more

Cineverse Nabs US Rights to South Korean Body-Swap Thriller

According to Deadline, Cineverse has acquired the North American distribution rights to the South Korean thriller Devils, which centers around a detective who unexpectedly switches body with a serial killer. Following its international premiere at the Fantasia International Film Festival, Cineverse is expected to release the film this fall on Bloody Disgusting’s streaming platform Screambox. … Read more

Blumhouse TV Nabs Rights to Psychological Thriller Novel

According to Deadline, Blumhouse Television has successfully acquired the rights to Clémence Michallon’s psychological thriller novel titled The Quiet Tenant. The outlet notes that recently published novel is currently being developed as either a limited series or a movie for streaming release. “I read Clemence’s novel in one sitting and was riveted. The story has … Read more

Sony Acquires US Rights to Paddington in Peru

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Sony Pictures has successfully landed the North American theatrical distribution rights to StudioCanal’s highly anticipated Paddington 3, officially titled Paddington in Peru. The US rights for first two installments were previously handled by Warner Bros. Production on the sequel is expected to begin in July 24, which will take place … Read more

WB Owes $52 Million for South Park Streaming Rights

The ongoing lawsuit between Paramount Global and Warner Bros. Discovery over South Park‘s streaming rights continued on Thursday, with Paramount accusing Warner Bros. of owing upwards of $52 million in licensing fees. In a counterclaim made on Wednesday by Paramount, the company alleged that Max received the content Paramount agreed to give it, but accused … Read more