Independent Film Company and Sapan Studio Acquire Rights to Coming-of-Age Drama 'Mouse'
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Independent Film Company and Sapan Studio have acquired the U.S. and Canadian distribution rights to the feature film 'Mouse'. The film, written by Kelly O'Sullivan and directed by O'Sullivan and Alex Thompson, premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival and is scheduled for a theatrical release in fall 2026.
Facts First
- Acquisition by Independent Film Company and Sapan Studio for U.S. and Canadian distribution rights
- Theatrical release scheduled for fall 2026 following a world premiere at the Berlin International Film Festival
- Directed by the duo behind 'Ghostlight' and 'Saint Frances', Kelly O'Sullivan and Alex Thompson
- Cast includes Academy Award nominee Sophie Okonedo, Katherine Mallen Kupferer, Chloe Coleman, and David Hyde Pierce
- Second collaboration between the distributors and the filmmaking team after 2024's 'Ghostlight'
What Happened
Independent Film Company and Sapan Studio have acquired the U.S. and Canadian distribution rights to the feature film 'Mouse'. The film had its world premiere at this year's Berlin International Film Festival. The deal was negotiated by Kepher Maat for Independent Film Company and by Jessica Lacy on behalf of the filmmakers.
Why this Matters to You
If you enjoy independent coming-of-age dramas, you may have a new film to look forward to in theaters. The film is scheduled for a theatrical release in fall 2026, which could provide an option for moviegoers seeking character-driven stories. The involvement of the filmmaking team behind 'Ghostlight' and 'Saint Frances' suggests the film may appeal to fans of their previous work.
What's Next
The film is scheduled for a theatrical release in fall 2026. This acquisition marks the second collaboration between Independent Film Company and Sapan Studio with filmmakers Kelly O'Sullivan and Alex Thompson, following the 2024 release 'Ghostlight'.