Neon Acquires U.S. Rights to Jeff Nichols' Southern Gothic Horror 'King Snake'
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Neon, the studio behind 'Parasite' and 'Anora', has acquired U.S. distribution rights to 'King Snake', the next film from director Jeff Nichols. The Southern gothic horror film, starring Margaret Qualley and Michael Shannon, has begun principal photography in Arkansas and will receive a nationwide theatrical release from Neon. The deal was negotiated with FilmNation Entertainment, which financed the project and is managing worldwide sales.
Facts First
- Neon acquires U.S. rights to 'King Snake', the next film from director Jeff Nichols ('Loving', 'Mud').
- The Southern gothic horror film stars Margaret Qualley and Michael Shannon and has begun principal photography in Arkansas.
- FilmNation Entertainment fully financed the project and is managing worldwide sales.
- Neon will provide a nationwide theatrical release for the film.
- The film follows a young couple who inherit an Arkansas farm and face real-world problems, supernatural forces, and the property's dark legacy.
What Happened
Neon has acquired the U.S. distribution rights to 'King Snake', the next film from director Jeff Nichols. FilmNation Entertainment fully financed the Southern gothic horror film and is managing worldwide sales. The deal was negotiated by Neon and FilmNation Entertainment in cooperation with Range Media Partners on behalf of the filmmakers. Principal photography for the film began in Arkansas this month.
Why this Matters to You
If you enjoy critically acclaimed genre films from notable directors, you may have a new major theatrical release to anticipate. Neon's acquisition suggests confidence in the film's commercial and artistic potential, which could lead to a prominent marketing campaign and wide availability in theaters across the country.
What's Next
Neon will provide a nationwide theatrical release for 'King Snake'. The film's production is now underway, which means a release date could be announced in the coming months or year. Meanwhile, Neon will attend the Cannes film festival with a slate of films in competition and other sections, including works by directors like James Gray and Hirokazu Koreeda.