Key Takeaways:
– After a potential deal fell through, IFC Films and Shudder streaming service have secured the North American distribution rights for the action horror film Azrael.
– Azrael's theatrical release is set for September 27 through IFC Films, with Shudder following up for online streaming release later in the year.
– The movie is directed by E.L. Katz and features a screenplay penned by Simon Barrett.
– Azrael boasts of a start-studded line-up including Samara Weaving, Joker financier Jason Cloth, and his C2 Motion Picture Group partner Dave Caplan to name a few.
Hey there, movie buffs! There's some exciting news on the horror front! Do you remember hearing about the action horror flick, Azrael? The one Republic Pictures was supposed to distribute? Well, things didn't go as planned. But no worries! IFC Films and Shudder streaming service have now got their hands on the film.
What happened, you ask? Well, last year Republic Pictures announced it acquired Azrael's North American distribution rights. They had plans for a big release through Paramount Global Distribution. But according to Deadline, that deal didn't stick. Instead, IFC Films and Shudder swept in to save the day.
Now, here's the best part: IFC Films has announced a release date! We can look forward to the theatrical release of Azrael on September 27th. But wait, there's more! After its theater run, you'll be able to stream and enjoy this bone-chilling horror movie on Shudder later this year.
Azrael, a high-action horror tale, has E.L. Katz at the director's chair. Katz has done splendid work in the haunting series, The Haunting of Bly Manor. The story, an original screenplay from ” You're Next ” writer Simon Barrett, is already intriguing horror fans globally. It revolves around a young woman escaping her imprisonment in a silent world where a devout, female-led community hunts her. It's a gripping tale of sacrifice, salvation, and survival that promises to keep us at the edge of our seats!
The star attraction is none other than Samara Weaving. She has impressed us with her formidable performances in a string of hits including Ready or Not, Mayhem, The Babysitter, Guns Akimbo, and Scream VI. She will play the title character of Azrael.
Interestingly, Joker's financier Jason Cloth and his partner at C2 Motion Picture Group, Dave Caplan, have provided the finance for this movie. Michael Rothstein and Sam Hall's company Mossbank are managing the international sales. Rothstein seems pretty excited. He said they saw potential in this action-packed film right away and praised E.L. Katz and Simon Barrett's vision for Azrael.
So, are you geared up for the horror-action fest this September with Azrael? And what do you think about IFC Films stepping in to release it, followed by Shudder's streaming release? Let's get the conversation started! Drop your thoughts in the comments below.
