Amy Adams has been in development with Nightbitch for over a year, but details have now started to surface as the neo-horror film has recently released a new poster from Searchlight Pictures. The film has been written and directed by Marielle Heller (Can You Ever Forgive Me?), Nightbitch is based on a novel by Rachel Yoder. The film will tell the story of “a suburban mom thrown into the stay-at-home routine of raising a toddler. As she embraces the feral power deeply rooted in motherhood, she becomes increasingly aware of the bizarre and undeniable signs that she may be turning into a dog.”
Adams plays that possibly canine housewife. Scoot McNairy (Monsters) is also in the cast, playing her “oft-traveling husband,” while Mary Holland, who is best known for appearing in the Netflix release Senior Year and for co-writing and co-starring in Clea DuVall’s romantic comedy Happiest Season, takes on an unspecified role.
Adams plays that possibly canine housewife. Scoot McNairy (Monsters) is also in the cast, playing her “oft-traveling husband,” while Mary Holland, who is best known for appearing in the Netflix release Senior Year and for co-writing and co-starring in Clea DuVall’s romantic comedy Happiest Season, takes on an unspecified role.
- 5/13/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Exclusive: Following a competitive bidding, Linden Productions has acquired the rights to Alice Sadie Celine, the adult debut novel of Nyt-Bestselling author, Sarah Blakley-Cartwright. Jen Silverman will adapt the script with Linden Productions on board to develop and produce the feature film. Blakley-Cartwright will also remain on the project as an Executive Producer.
The story centers on a lauded feminist who becomes entangled with her daughter’s best friend. The novel was selected for the Indie Next List, showcasing the top nominated titles that booksellers nationwide are most excited to share with readers.
The deal was helmed by producer Riva Marker of Linden Entertainment. Marker is a known visionary for bold and provocative storytelling, shown especially in her championing of first-time directors such as Paul Dano’s Wildlife, Susanna Fogel’s Life Partners, Natalie Erika James’ Relic and most recently Tina Satter’s award-winning HBO Films crime-drama Reality starring Sydney Sweeney,...
The story centers on a lauded feminist who becomes entangled with her daughter’s best friend. The novel was selected for the Indie Next List, showcasing the top nominated titles that booksellers nationwide are most excited to share with readers.
The deal was helmed by producer Riva Marker of Linden Entertainment. Marker is a known visionary for bold and provocative storytelling, shown especially in her championing of first-time directors such as Paul Dano’s Wildlife, Susanna Fogel’s Life Partners, Natalie Erika James’ Relic and most recently Tina Satter’s award-winning HBO Films crime-drama Reality starring Sydney Sweeney,...
- 5/8/2024
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
Searchlight Pictures announced on Friday that its darkly comedic horror film Nightbitch, starring six-time Academy Award nominee Amy Adams (Arrival), has been slated for release in theaters on December 6.
An adaptation of Rachel Yoder’s acclaimed debut novel, from writer-director Marielle Heller (Can You Ever Forgive Me?) Nightbitch tells the story of a woman thrown into the stay-at-home routine of raising a toddler in the suburbs, who slowly embraces the feral power deeply rooted in motherhood, as she becomes increasingly aware of the bizarre and undeniable signs that she may be turning into a canine.
Marking a reemergence of Megan Ellison’s reconfigured Annapurna in the marketplace, the project came together when Bond Group and Annapurna acquired film rights to Yoder’s book and developed the script alongside Heller. In May 2022, Searchlight acquired worldwide rights to the project, in a deal valued at over $25M.
Adams and Stacy O’Neil (Dead...
An adaptation of Rachel Yoder’s acclaimed debut novel, from writer-director Marielle Heller (Can You Ever Forgive Me?) Nightbitch tells the story of a woman thrown into the stay-at-home routine of raising a toddler in the suburbs, who slowly embraces the feral power deeply rooted in motherhood, as she becomes increasingly aware of the bizarre and undeniable signs that she may be turning into a canine.
Marking a reemergence of Megan Ellison’s reconfigured Annapurna in the marketplace, the project came together when Bond Group and Annapurna acquired film rights to Yoder’s book and developed the script alongside Heller. In May 2022, Searchlight acquired worldwide rights to the project, in a deal valued at over $25M.
Adams and Stacy O’Neil (Dead...
- 4/5/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
It’s been a year and a half since Nightbitch, a project that has been described as being a darkly comic “neo-horror” movie, went into production with Amy Adams (American Hustle) in the lead role, and now we finally have an update to share: Searchlight Pictures has announced that they will be giving the film a theatrical release on December 6, 2024. This is an upgrade in the release plans, as Nightbitch was originally meant to be released through the Hulu streaming service.
Written and directed by Marielle Heller (Can You Ever Forgive Me?), Nightbitch is based on a novel by Rachel Yoder. The film will tell the story of a suburban mom thrown into the stay-at-home routine of raising a toddler. As she embraces the feral power deeply rooted in motherhood, she becomes increasingly aware of the bizarre and undeniable signs that she may be turning into a dog.
Adams plays that possibly canine housewife.
Written and directed by Marielle Heller (Can You Ever Forgive Me?), Nightbitch is based on a novel by Rachel Yoder. The film will tell the story of a suburban mom thrown into the stay-at-home routine of raising a toddler. As she embraces the feral power deeply rooted in motherhood, she becomes increasingly aware of the bizarre and undeniable signs that she may be turning into a dog.
Adams plays that possibly canine housewife.
- 4/5/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Amy Adams-vehicle Nightbitch, starring Amy Adams, has landed a Dec. 6, 2024, release in cinemas during the heart of awards season. The Searchlight Pictures and Annapurna film was originally intended to debut on Hulu, but will now get a theatrical release.
The project is from Marielle Heller, the actress-turned-filmmaker whose helming credits include 2015’s The Diary of a Teenage Girl and Melissa McCarthy art-forgery dramedy Can You Ever Forgive Me?, also from Searchlight.
Nightbitch is an adaptation of Rachel Yoder’s 2001 satirical novel about a woman who finds herself in a mind-bending and energy-sapping routine of raising a toddler in a suburban home while her husband is on lengthy business trips. But her new domesticity takes a surreal turn when she slowly realizes that she may be transforming into a protective canine.
Heller and her frequent collaborator Anne Carey (Diary of a Teenage Girl and Can You Ever Forgive Me?) are producing alongside Sue Naegle,...
The project is from Marielle Heller, the actress-turned-filmmaker whose helming credits include 2015’s The Diary of a Teenage Girl and Melissa McCarthy art-forgery dramedy Can You Ever Forgive Me?, also from Searchlight.
Nightbitch is an adaptation of Rachel Yoder’s 2001 satirical novel about a woman who finds herself in a mind-bending and energy-sapping routine of raising a toddler in a suburban home while her husband is on lengthy business trips. But her new domesticity takes a surreal turn when she slowly realizes that she may be transforming into a protective canine.
Heller and her frequent collaborator Anne Carey (Diary of a Teenage Girl and Can You Ever Forgive Me?) are producing alongside Sue Naegle,...
- 4/5/2024
- by Pamela McClintock
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Searchlight Pictures’ “Nightbitch,” starring Amy Adams, will release Dec. 6 in theaters.
According to the official logline, six-time Academy Award nominee Adams stars as a woman “thrown into the stay-at-home routine of raising a toddler in the suburbs, who slowly embraces the feral power deeply rooted in motherhood, as she becomes increasingly aware of the bizarre and undeniable signs that she may be turning into a canine.”
Scoot McNairy stars as Adams’ oft-traveling husband. Marielle Heller writes and directs the film adaptation of Rachel Yoder’s acclaimed debut novel.
Heller previously directed 2015’s “The Diary of a Teenage Girl,” which earned her an Independent Spirit Award for best first feature, as well as a DGA nomination for first-time feature film. Heller’s other directorial credits include the Oscar-nominated Fred Rogers film “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood” and Melissa McCarthy-starrer “Can You Ever Forgive Me?,” as well as the filmed...
According to the official logline, six-time Academy Award nominee Adams stars as a woman “thrown into the stay-at-home routine of raising a toddler in the suburbs, who slowly embraces the feral power deeply rooted in motherhood, as she becomes increasingly aware of the bizarre and undeniable signs that she may be turning into a canine.”
Scoot McNairy stars as Adams’ oft-traveling husband. Marielle Heller writes and directs the film adaptation of Rachel Yoder’s acclaimed debut novel.
Heller previously directed 2015’s “The Diary of a Teenage Girl,” which earned her an Independent Spirit Award for best first feature, as well as a DGA nomination for first-time feature film. Heller’s other directorial credits include the Oscar-nominated Fred Rogers film “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood” and Melissa McCarthy-starrer “Can You Ever Forgive Me?,” as well as the filmed...
- 4/5/2024
- by Katcy Stephan
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: In a rare foray into TV, six-time Oscar nominee Amy Adams is attached to headline and executive produce The Holdout, a legal thriller drama written by Oscar winner Graham Moore (The Imitation Game) based on his novel of the same name. The limited series project, from Adams’ Bond Group Entertainment, Yellowjackets executive producer Drew Comins’ Creative Engine Entertainment and Fifth Season, recently hit the marketplace and has attracted multiple offers, Deadline has learned.
A legal drama–meets–murder investigation in the vein of The Night Of with a dual-timeline mystery, The Holdout is set in Los Angeles and follows a woman (Adams) who finds herself playing multiple roles – juror, attorney, investigator, and suspect.
Ten years after Maya Seale turns the tide in a hugely controversial verdict, a fellow juror is found dead in her hotel room, all evidence points to her. Now, she must prove her own innocence – by...
A legal drama–meets–murder investigation in the vein of The Night Of with a dual-timeline mystery, The Holdout is set in Los Angeles and follows a woman (Adams) who finds herself playing multiple roles – juror, attorney, investigator, and suspect.
Ten years after Maya Seale turns the tide in a hugely controversial verdict, a fellow juror is found dead in her hotel room, all evidence points to her. Now, she must prove her own innocence – by...
- 12/11/2023
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Peacock’s movie Genie delivered a solid opening for Peacock during Thanksgiving week — big enough, in fact, to rank as the streamer’s biggest original film to date.
The holiday comedy starring Melissa McCarthy and Paapa Essiedu premiered Nov. 22 on Peacock and drew about 405 million minutes of viewing time over its first five days, according to Nielsen figures (the full streaming top 10 charts for Thanksgiving week will be available later in December). It’s set to rank seventh among movies for that week, which typically sees a number of holiday favorites (a la Home Alone and Elf) re-enter the streaming charts.
The 405 million minutes of watch time for Genie is the equivalent of about 4.35 million complete showings of the 93-minute film (which is the now-codified standard for a “view” of a streaming movie or series).
Genie stars McCarthy as Flora, a genie who’s been trapped for more than 2,000 years inside an antique jewelry box.
The holiday comedy starring Melissa McCarthy and Paapa Essiedu premiered Nov. 22 on Peacock and drew about 405 million minutes of viewing time over its first five days, according to Nielsen figures (the full streaming top 10 charts for Thanksgiving week will be available later in December). It’s set to rank seventh among movies for that week, which typically sees a number of holiday favorites (a la Home Alone and Elf) re-enter the streaming charts.
The 405 million minutes of watch time for Genie is the equivalent of about 4.35 million complete showings of the 93-minute film (which is the now-codified standard for a “view” of a streaming movie or series).
Genie stars McCarthy as Flora, a genie who’s been trapped for more than 2,000 years inside an antique jewelry box.
- 12/8/2023
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Melissa McCarthy is granting all the magical wishes this holiday season.
In the upcoming holiday fairytale comedy, Genie, from Universal and Working Title, Bernard (Paapa Essiedu) enlists genie Flora (McCarthy) to help him win back his family before Christmas.
While Bernard has been busy with work, he doesn’t realize his job, life and family are unraveling around him until it’s too late. As he’s sitting in his New York City apartment alone, trying to figure out how to fix his mistakes, Bernard comes across an antique jewelry box. As he’s dusting it off, he unintentionally releases Flora, a genie trapped for more than 2,000 years inside.
“I need to get my wife and kid to love me again and for us to be happy,” Essiedu can be heard saying to McCarthy in the trailer.
Though, as Bernard starts to question if Flora can actually help him, they...
In the upcoming holiday fairytale comedy, Genie, from Universal and Working Title, Bernard (Paapa Essiedu) enlists genie Flora (McCarthy) to help him win back his family before Christmas.
While Bernard has been busy with work, he doesn’t realize his job, life and family are unraveling around him until it’s too late. As he’s sitting in his New York City apartment alone, trying to figure out how to fix his mistakes, Bernard comes across an antique jewelry box. As he’s dusting it off, he unintentionally releases Flora, a genie trapped for more than 2,000 years inside.
“I need to get my wife and kid to love me again and for us to be happy,” Essiedu can be heard saying to McCarthy in the trailer.
Though, as Bernard starts to question if Flora can actually help him, they...
- 11/1/2023
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
From the pen of “Love Actually” writer-director Richard Curtis comes a new holiday comedy — but this time the magic of the season is literally magic. Premiering on Peacock on Nov. 22, “Genie” follows Melissa McCarthy as Flora, the titular character, who comes to the assistance of a despondent Bernard (Paapa Essiedu). Through their unexpected friendship, the two discover how the power of love can unleash a special holiday magic.
From missing his daughter’s birthday to his wife leaving him to getting fired, Bernard is in need of a genie for several reasons. Luckily for him, he stumbles upon a jewelry box and unintentionally releases the genie Flora, who can grant unlimited wishes. Flora has been trapped in that box for over 2,000 years due to a misunderstanding with a sorcerer in 77 B.C., so Bernard begins to show her the world she has been missing. Meanwhile, declaring that he needs to...
From missing his daughter’s birthday to his wife leaving him to getting fired, Bernard is in need of a genie for several reasons. Luckily for him, he stumbles upon a jewelry box and unintentionally releases the genie Flora, who can grant unlimited wishes. Flora has been trapped in that box for over 2,000 years due to a misunderstanding with a sorcerer in 77 B.C., so Bernard begins to show her the world she has been missing. Meanwhile, declaring that he needs to...
- 11/1/2023
- by Caroline Brew
- Variety Film + TV
Peacock has unveiled a trailer, premiere date and first look photos for Genie, its previously untitled holiday fairytale comedy, starring Melissa McCarthy and Paapa Essiedu, which Love Life creator Sam Boyd directed from a script by Richard Curtis, the Oscar nom best known for Love Actually.
Hailing from Universal and Working Title, the film premieres November 22nd. Check out the trailer above, and new photos above and below.
McCarthy leads the pic as Flora, a genie trapped for more than 2,000 years inside an antique jewelry box because of one teeny-tiny little misunderstanding with a sorcerer back in 77 B.C. After millennia of being summoned to grant wishes of gold doubloons and hot babes for greedy men, Flora is accidentally called to service by Bernard Bottle (Essiedu), whose life is unraveling around him.
Bernard’s been so busy working that he has lost sight of his marriage to his wife Julie...
Hailing from Universal and Working Title, the film premieres November 22nd. Check out the trailer above, and new photos above and below.
McCarthy leads the pic as Flora, a genie trapped for more than 2,000 years inside an antique jewelry box because of one teeny-tiny little misunderstanding with a sorcerer back in 77 B.C. After millennia of being summoned to grant wishes of gold doubloons and hot babes for greedy men, Flora is accidentally called to service by Bernard Bottle (Essiedu), whose life is unraveling around him.
Bernard’s been so busy working that he has lost sight of his marriage to his wife Julie...
- 11/1/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: JoAnne Colonna has joined Linden Entertainment as a partner alongside founders Nicole King and Stacy O’Neil. She ends a 20-year run at Brillstein Entertainment Partners, where she was a manager and partner. Colonna will operate between Linden’s LA and NY offices.
“JoAnne is someone we have long admired,” King and O’Neil said “She is very highly respected and valued both by her clients and by people within the industry as a whole. She is passionate about her work and we are thrilled to have her join us. We are excited to have such a strong partner as we look to continue to build to a dynamic future for Linden.”
Said Colonna: “I am excited to partner with Stacy after having worked together for many years. Nicole and Stacy are both incredibly driven and entrepreneurial; they take great care in their work to create unique and exciting opportunities for their clients,...
“JoAnne is someone we have long admired,” King and O’Neil said “She is very highly respected and valued both by her clients and by people within the industry as a whole. She is passionate about her work and we are thrilled to have her join us. We are excited to have such a strong partner as we look to continue to build to a dynamic future for Linden.”
Said Colonna: “I am excited to partner with Stacy after having worked together for many years. Nicole and Stacy are both incredibly driven and entrepreneurial; they take great care in their work to create unique and exciting opportunities for their clients,...
- 8/28/2023
- by Mike Fleming Jr
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Rising Australian actress Olivia DeJonge has signed with Linden Entertainment for management.
DeJonge starred opposite Austin Butler in Baz Luhrmann’s celebrated Warner Bros drama Elvis, which grossed over $288M globally and this year notched eight Academy Award nominations including Best Picture. The actress portraying the King of Rock and Roll’s one-time wife, Priscilla Presley, was recognized with a Best Supporting Actress Aacta Award for her performance.
DeJonge also recently appeared in HBO Max’s true-crime limited series The Staircase, created by Antonio Campos, starring there opposite Colin Firth, Toni Collette, Rosemarie DeWitt, Sophie Turner, Dane DeHaan and Juliette Binoche.
The thesp earlier in her career earned a Young Artist Award nom for her starring turn in M. Night Shyamalan’s Uni horror-thriller The Visit, as well as a West Australian Screen Award for her work in the Maziar Lahooti short, Good Pretender. Other notable...
DeJonge starred opposite Austin Butler in Baz Luhrmann’s celebrated Warner Bros drama Elvis, which grossed over $288M globally and this year notched eight Academy Award nominations including Best Picture. The actress portraying the King of Rock and Roll’s one-time wife, Priscilla Presley, was recognized with a Best Supporting Actress Aacta Award for her performance.
DeJonge also recently appeared in HBO Max’s true-crime limited series The Staircase, created by Antonio Campos, starring there opposite Colin Firth, Toni Collette, Rosemarie DeWitt, Sophie Turner, Dane DeHaan and Juliette Binoche.
The thesp earlier in her career earned a Young Artist Award nom for her starring turn in M. Night Shyamalan’s Uni horror-thriller The Visit, as well as a West Australian Screen Award for her work in the Maziar Lahooti short, Good Pretender. Other notable...
- 4/26/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Rachel Weisz is both executive producer and star of Amazon Prime Video’s limited series “Dead Ringers.”
“It’s a psychosexual thriller about codependence,” the Oscar-winner told Variety at the show’s New York City premiere. “It’s twisted and entertaining and darkly humorous.”
A modern take on David Cronenberg’s 1988 classic film, Weisz plays twin doctors who share an unapologetic desire to push the boundaries on medical ethics as they challenge antiquated birthing practices to bring women’s health care to the forefront.
Simultaneously juggling the characters of Elliot and Beverly Mantle, the sisters are gender-swapped in the remake of the movie that starred Jeremy Irons as the twin doctors.
As a producer, Weisz says she was “involved in it from beginning to end” with Emmy-nominated writer and playwright Alice Birch, who served as showrunner.
“It has been a great joy working with Alice these past three years. It has been a journey,...
“It’s a psychosexual thriller about codependence,” the Oscar-winner told Variety at the show’s New York City premiere. “It’s twisted and entertaining and darkly humorous.”
A modern take on David Cronenberg’s 1988 classic film, Weisz plays twin doctors who share an unapologetic desire to push the boundaries on medical ethics as they challenge antiquated birthing practices to bring women’s health care to the forefront.
Simultaneously juggling the characters of Elliot and Beverly Mantle, the sisters are gender-swapped in the remake of the movie that starred Jeremy Irons as the twin doctors.
As a producer, Weisz says she was “involved in it from beginning to end” with Emmy-nominated writer and playwright Alice Birch, who served as showrunner.
“It has been a great joy working with Alice these past three years. It has been a journey,...
- 4/22/2023
- by Elizabeth Taylor
- Variety Film + TV
Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including red carpets for The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Dead Ringers and a Queen Charlotte celebration.
The Super Mario Bros. Movie special screening
Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day, Jack Black, Seth Rogen and Sebastian Maniscalco attended a special screening in Los Angeles on Saturday for their Super Mario Bros. Movie.
Michael Jelenic, Aaron Horvath, Sebastian Maniscalco, Nintendo’s Takumi Kawagoe, Christ Pratt, Brian Tyler, Charlie Day, Nintendo’s Koji Kondo, Illumination CEO Chris Melendandri, Kevin Michael Richardson (Bottom second L-r) Seth Rogen, Anya Taylor-Joy, Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto and Jack Black Chris Pratt and Charlie Day Anya Taylor-Joy
Dead Ringers premiere
On Monday, Prime Video hosted the world premiere of psychological thriller series Dead Ringers in NYC, with star and EP Rachel Weisz along cast members Britne Oldford, Poppy Liu,...
The Super Mario Bros. Movie special screening
Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day, Jack Black, Seth Rogen and Sebastian Maniscalco attended a special screening in Los Angeles on Saturday for their Super Mario Bros. Movie.
Michael Jelenic, Aaron Horvath, Sebastian Maniscalco, Nintendo’s Takumi Kawagoe, Christ Pratt, Brian Tyler, Charlie Day, Nintendo’s Koji Kondo, Illumination CEO Chris Melendandri, Kevin Michael Richardson (Bottom second L-r) Seth Rogen, Anya Taylor-Joy, Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto and Jack Black Chris Pratt and Charlie Day Anya Taylor-Joy
Dead Ringers premiere
On Monday, Prime Video hosted the world premiere of psychological thriller series Dead Ringers in NYC, with star and EP Rachel Weisz along cast members Britne Oldford, Poppy Liu,...
- 4/7/2023
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Morgan Creek Entertainment is bringing David Cronenberg‘s Dead Ringers to the small screen, with Rachel Weisz starring in and exec producing the adaptation. The limited series will be hitting Prime Video on April 21, and the official trailer has arrived today.
A modern take on David Cronenberg’s 1988 thriller starring Jeremy Irons, Dead Ringers will feature Rachel Weisz playing the double-lead roles of Elliot and Beverly Mantle, twins who share everything: drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes—including pushing the boundaries of medical ethics—in an effort to challenge antiquated practices and bring women’s health care to the forefront. All six episodes premiere April 21 exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
Rachel Weisz also serves as an executive producer for the limited series, which is created, written, and executive produced by Emmy-nominated writer and playwright Alice Birch (Normal People, Succession,...
A modern take on David Cronenberg’s 1988 thriller starring Jeremy Irons, Dead Ringers will feature Rachel Weisz playing the double-lead roles of Elliot and Beverly Mantle, twins who share everything: drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes—including pushing the boundaries of medical ethics—in an effort to challenge antiquated practices and bring women’s health care to the forefront. All six episodes premiere April 21 exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
Rachel Weisz also serves as an executive producer for the limited series, which is created, written, and executive produced by Emmy-nominated writer and playwright Alice Birch (Normal People, Succession,...
- 3/29/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
What’s better than Rachel Weisz? Two Rachel Weiszes. The Oscar-winning actor is playing twins in Amazon Prime Video’s upcoming “Dead Ringers” series, and the streamer now has double the footage with the release of the full official trailer for the show.
The series is based on David Cronenberg’s 1988 psychological thriller film, which starred Jeremy Irons as Beverly and Elliot Mantle, identical twin brothers who run a successful Obgyn clinic. Weisz plays gender-flipped versions of Beverly and Elliot, but the twin’s disturbingly close relationship — down to sharing lovers and drugs — remains intact. The trailer, set to Soft Cell’s 1981 synth cover of “Tainted Love,” teases a very different storyline compared to the original film, focusing on the twin’s experiments to change the very way women can give birth — pushing against basic medical ethics in the process.
“You want me to grow you a baby out of nothing?...
The series is based on David Cronenberg’s 1988 psychological thriller film, which starred Jeremy Irons as Beverly and Elliot Mantle, identical twin brothers who run a successful Obgyn clinic. Weisz plays gender-flipped versions of Beverly and Elliot, but the twin’s disturbingly close relationship — down to sharing lovers and drugs — remains intact. The trailer, set to Soft Cell’s 1981 synth cover of “Tainted Love,” teases a very different storyline compared to the original film, focusing on the twin’s experiments to change the very way women can give birth — pushing against basic medical ethics in the process.
“You want me to grow you a baby out of nothing?...
- 3/29/2023
- by Wilson Chapman
- Indiewire
The first official trailer for Prime Video’s modern take on David Cronenberg’s “Dead Ringers” has arrived, with the feminist twist we’ve been craving.
As twins and gynecologists Beverly and Elliot Mantle (both played by Rachel Weisz) make it their mission to reimagine what birthing could look like for women, the twins try their hand at playing God by creating life outside of the bounds of traditional science.
“My sister and I do work that is groundbreaking but hopeful, radical but safe,” one of the twins says in the trailer for the six-episode psychological thriller series. “I want to change the way that women birth; it is world-changing … You want me to grow you a baby out of nothing, let’s make it happen.”
Though the pair set their sights on modernizing women’s health care by challenging antiquated practices, they fall into a morally gray area of...
As twins and gynecologists Beverly and Elliot Mantle (both played by Rachel Weisz) make it their mission to reimagine what birthing could look like for women, the twins try their hand at playing God by creating life outside of the bounds of traditional science.
“My sister and I do work that is groundbreaking but hopeful, radical but safe,” one of the twins says in the trailer for the six-episode psychological thriller series. “I want to change the way that women birth; it is world-changing … You want me to grow you a baby out of nothing, let’s make it happen.”
Though the pair set their sights on modernizing women’s health care by challenging antiquated practices, they fall into a morally gray area of...
- 3/29/2023
- by Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
Updated, 7 Am: Prime Video has released the trailer for Dead Ringers, its upcoming psychological thriller limited series starring Rachel Weisz in dual lead roles. Watch it above.
Previous, March 28: The official trailer for Dead Ringers, Prime Video’s upcoming psychological thriller limited series starring Rachel Weisz, has been delayed for a day in light of the Nashville school shooting which left three children and three adults dead. The release was delayed out of respect for the families and victims of the tragedy, not due to the content of the series or trailer, which does not involve a shooting.
Dead Ringers, a reimagining with a gender swap of David Cronenberg’s cult classic 1980s film, stars Weisz in the lead dual roles of Elliot and Beverly Mantle. They are twin gynocologists who share everything: drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes—including pushing the boundaries on...
Previous, March 28: The official trailer for Dead Ringers, Prime Video’s upcoming psychological thriller limited series starring Rachel Weisz, has been delayed for a day in light of the Nashville school shooting which left three children and three adults dead. The release was delayed out of respect for the families and victims of the tragedy, not due to the content of the series or trailer, which does not involve a shooting.
Dead Ringers, a reimagining with a gender swap of David Cronenberg’s cult classic 1980s film, stars Weisz in the lead dual roles of Elliot and Beverly Mantle. They are twin gynocologists who share everything: drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes—including pushing the boundaries on...
- 3/29/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
"A modern take on David Cronenberg’s 1988 thriller starring Jeremy Irons, Dead Ringers will feature Rachel Weisz playing the double-lead roles of Elliot and Beverly Mantle, twins who share everything: drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes—including pushing the boundaries of medical ethics—in an effort to challenge antiquated practices and bring women’s health care to the forefront. The series’ ensemble cast includes Britne Oldford as Genevieve, Poppy Liu as Greta, Michael Chernus as Tom, Jennifer Ehle as Rebecca, and Emily Meade as Susan.
Filmmaker Sean Durkin directed the first two episodes and co-directed the last episode of the series. Durkin also serves as an executive producer. The directing team also includes Karyn Kusama, Karena Evans, and Lauren Wolkstein.
Dead Ringers is co-produced by Amazon Studios and Annapurna Television. Alice Birch, who is the series showrunner, serves as an executive producer alongside Rachel Weisz for Astral Projection,...
Filmmaker Sean Durkin directed the first two episodes and co-directed the last episode of the series. Durkin also serves as an executive producer. The directing team also includes Karyn Kusama, Karena Evans, and Lauren Wolkstein.
Dead Ringers is co-produced by Amazon Studios and Annapurna Television. Alice Birch, who is the series showrunner, serves as an executive producer alongside Rachel Weisz for Astral Projection,...
- 3/16/2023
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
A couple weeks ago, Prime Video released a teaser trailer for their upcoming series Dead Ringers, which was inspired by David Cronenberg‘s 1988 film of the same name (get it Here). Now a short clip from the series has arrived online to preview a moment where the lead characters – twins played by Rachel Weisz – interact with each other. You can watch the clip at the bottom of this article.
This six-episode version of Dead Ringers is scheduled to be released through Amazon Prime Video on April 21st. All six episodes will be available to watch on that date.
Based on the novel Twins by Bari Wood and Jack Geasland (pick up a copy at This Link), the original film starred Jeremy Irons as twin gynecologists Beverly and Elliot Mantle. In the show, it’s Weisz who will be playing the Mantle twins, the most successful, brilliant and extraordinary people you’ve never met.
This six-episode version of Dead Ringers is scheduled to be released through Amazon Prime Video on April 21st. All six episodes will be available to watch on that date.
Based on the novel Twins by Bari Wood and Jack Geasland (pick up a copy at This Link), the original film starred Jeremy Irons as twin gynecologists Beverly and Elliot Mantle. In the show, it’s Weisz who will be playing the Mantle twins, the most successful, brilliant and extraordinary people you’ve never met.
- 3/15/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Morgan Creek Entertainment is bringing David Cronenberg‘s Dead Ringers to the small screen, with Rachel Weisz starring in and exec producing the adaptation. The limited series will be hitting Prime Video on April 21, with all six episodes premiering at once.
While you wait, check out a new clip as well as new poster art below.
A modern take on David Cronenberg’s 1988 thriller starring Jeremy Irons, Dead Ringers will feature Rachel Weisz playing the double-lead roles of Elliot and Beverly Mantle, twins who share everything: drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes—including pushing the boundaries of medical ethics—in an effort to challenge antiquated practices and bring women’s health care to the forefront. All six episodes premiere April 21 exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
Rachel Weisz also serves as an executive producer for the limited series, which is created,...
While you wait, check out a new clip as well as new poster art below.
A modern take on David Cronenberg’s 1988 thriller starring Jeremy Irons, Dead Ringers will feature Rachel Weisz playing the double-lead roles of Elliot and Beverly Mantle, twins who share everything: drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes—including pushing the boundaries of medical ethics—in an effort to challenge antiquated practices and bring women’s health care to the forefront. All six episodes premiere April 21 exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
Rachel Weisz also serves as an executive producer for the limited series, which is created,...
- 3/14/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Although we recently got our first look at the upcoming David Cronenberg remake "Dead Ringers," we hadn't actually gotten to see any of the bizarre action to come on Prime Video. Luckily, that has now changed, because the streamer has released its first, albeit very brief look at the limited series. Don't expect to spot any major plot details with this 40-second teaser, but you will spot two very different Rachel Weiszs in bloody lab coats. You may think you know why if you saw the 1988 David Cronenberg original starring Jeremy Irons, but will that be the case with this new take? Who knows! Regardless, this teaser has us sold.
What we do know is that Prime Video's take on "Dead Ringers" looks appropriately moody and downright creepy. Come on, if you are adapting a Cronenberg work, you need to embrace the weirdness that is so synonymous with his stories.
What we do know is that Prime Video's take on "Dead Ringers" looks appropriately moody and downright creepy. Come on, if you are adapting a Cronenberg work, you need to embrace the weirdness that is so synonymous with his stories.
- 2/28/2023
- by Erin Brady
- Slash Film
Jeremy Irons did it in David Cronenberg’s original 1988 thriller Dead Ringers and now Rachel Weisz is taking on dual roles in an updated version. The first teaser trailer for the Prime Video limited series very briefly introduces Weisz as Dr. Elliot Mantle and as Dr. Beverly Mantle, but the short look’s enough to grab our attention.
All six episodes of the limited series premiere on April 21, 2023.
Joining Rachel Weisz in the thriller are Britne Oldford (The Umbrella Academy) as Genevieve, Poppy Liu (Better Call Saul) as Greta, Michael Chernus (Orange is the New Black) as Tom, Jennifer Ehle (Zero Dark Thirty) as Rebecca, and Emily Meade (The Leftovers) as Susan.
Playwright and Emmy-nominated writer Alice Burch (Normal People) created the series and serves as writer, showrunner, and executive producer. Rachel Weisz (for Astral Projection) also executive produces along with Stacy O’Neil, Sue Naegle, Sean Durkin, Erica Kay, Anne Carey,...
All six episodes of the limited series premiere on April 21, 2023.
Joining Rachel Weisz in the thriller are Britne Oldford (The Umbrella Academy) as Genevieve, Poppy Liu (Better Call Saul) as Greta, Michael Chernus (Orange is the New Black) as Tom, Jennifer Ehle (Zero Dark Thirty) as Rebecca, and Emily Meade (The Leftovers) as Susan.
Playwright and Emmy-nominated writer Alice Burch (Normal People) created the series and serves as writer, showrunner, and executive producer. Rachel Weisz (for Astral Projection) also executive produces along with Stacy O’Neil, Sue Naegle, Sean Durkin, Erica Kay, Anne Carey,...
- 2/28/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Rachel Weisz has two exciting new roles, and her new series looks like a winner.
Prime Video released the teaser trailer for the highly anticipated psychological thriller Dead Ringers.
The series is a modern take on David Cronenberg's 1988 thriller starring Jeremy Irons, Dead Ringers will feature Rachel Weisz playing the double-lead roles of Elliot and Beverly Mantle.
The streaming service describes them as "twins who share everything."
"Drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes—including pushing the boundaries of medical ethics—in an effort to challenge antiquated practices and bring women's health care to the forefront," the logline adds.
All six episodes premiere on April 21 exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
Weisz also serves as an executive producer for the limited series, which is created, written, and executive produced by Emmy-nominated writer and playwright Alice Birch.
The series' ensemble cast includes Britne Oldford as Genevieve,...
Prime Video released the teaser trailer for the highly anticipated psychological thriller Dead Ringers.
The series is a modern take on David Cronenberg's 1988 thriller starring Jeremy Irons, Dead Ringers will feature Rachel Weisz playing the double-lead roles of Elliot and Beverly Mantle.
The streaming service describes them as "twins who share everything."
"Drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes—including pushing the boundaries of medical ethics—in an effort to challenge antiquated practices and bring women's health care to the forefront," the logline adds.
All six episodes premiere on April 21 exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
Weisz also serves as an executive producer for the limited series, which is created, written, and executive produced by Emmy-nominated writer and playwright Alice Birch.
The series' ensemble cast includes Britne Oldford as Genevieve,...
- 2/28/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Morgan Creek Entertainment is bringing David Cronenberg‘s Dead Ringers to the small screen, with Rachel Weisz starring in and exec producing the adaptation. The limited series will be hitting Prime Video on April 21, and today the official teaser trailer has arrived.
A modern take on David Cronenberg’s 1988 thriller starring Jeremy Irons, Dead Ringers will feature Rachel Weisz playing the double-lead roles of Elliot and Beverly Mantle, twins who share everything: drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes—including pushing the boundaries of medical ethics—in an effort to challenge antiquated practices and bring women’s health care to the forefront. All six episodes premiere April 21 exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
Rachel Weisz also serves as an executive producer for the limited series, which is created, written, and executive produced by Emmy-nominated writer and playwright Alice Birch. The series...
A modern take on David Cronenberg’s 1988 thriller starring Jeremy Irons, Dead Ringers will feature Rachel Weisz playing the double-lead roles of Elliot and Beverly Mantle, twins who share everything: drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes—including pushing the boundaries of medical ethics—in an effort to challenge antiquated practices and bring women’s health care to the forefront. All six episodes premiere April 21 exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
Rachel Weisz also serves as an executive producer for the limited series, which is created, written, and executive produced by Emmy-nominated writer and playwright Alice Birch. The series...
- 2/28/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Dead Ringers Photos & Premiere Date: "Prime Video announced the premiere date and released first-look images of Rachel Weisz as Obgyn twins Beverly and Elliot Mantle for the highly anticipated psychological thriller Dead Ringers. Weisz also serves as an executive producer. The limited series is created, written, and executive produced by Emmy-nominated writer and playwright Alice Birch. All six episodes premiere April 21 exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
A modern take on David Cronenberg’s 1988 thriller starring Jeremy Irons, Dead Ringers will feature Rachel Weisz playing the double-lead roles of Elliot and Beverly Mantle, twins who share everything: drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes—including pushing the boundaries of medical ethics—in an effort to challenge antiquated practices and bring women’s health care to the forefront. The series’ ensemble cast includes Britne Oldford as Genevieve, Poppy Liu as Greta, Michael Chernus as Tom,...
A modern take on David Cronenberg’s 1988 thriller starring Jeremy Irons, Dead Ringers will feature Rachel Weisz playing the double-lead roles of Elliot and Beverly Mantle, twins who share everything: drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes—including pushing the boundaries of medical ethics—in an effort to challenge antiquated practices and bring women’s health care to the forefront. The series’ ensemble cast includes Britne Oldford as Genevieve, Poppy Liu as Greta, Michael Chernus as Tom,...
- 2/16/2023
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
David Cronenberg's work can never truly be replicated, but that doesn't mean it can't be modernized. One of his movies best primed for re-interpretation is "Dead Ringers," his 1988 psychological thriller starring Jeremy Irons in dual gynecologist roles. The film has frequently been considered one of the best Canadian films of all time, landing on the Toronto International Film Festival's decennial curated Top 10 list. While certainly a great movie, it can be argued that some of its themes may be better explored with a few changes.
Thankfully, "Dead Ringers" is about to get a new lease on life thanks to Prime Video. The streamer has released new details about its series adaptation of the film, directed by such big names as Karyn Kusama and Sean Durkin. While this adaptation has been in the works for a few years, it's actually coming to our screens closer than you may realize. Here's...
Thankfully, "Dead Ringers" is about to get a new lease on life thanks to Prime Video. The streamer has released new details about its series adaptation of the film, directed by such big names as Karyn Kusama and Sean Durkin. While this adaptation has been in the works for a few years, it's actually coming to our screens closer than you may realize. Here's...
- 2/15/2023
- by Erin Brady
- Slash Film
Rachel Weisz takes her double-lead role as twins to a new level of closeness in the first look photos for Prime Video’s upcoming horror series “Dead Ringers.”
The six-episode psychological series, which premieres April 21 on Prime Video, stars Weisz as Beverly and Elliot Mantle, twins whose intimacy exceeds traditional bounds as the siblings share “drugs, lovers and unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes,” according to the official logline. As the pair makes it their mission to modernize women’s health care by challenging antiquated practices, they fall into an morally gray area of medical ethics.
The first-look photos showcase Weisz assuming her double-lead role as Beverly and Elliot conduct their daily lives side-by-side despite moments of isolation when one twin heads into the hospital or the lab or catches up with a romantic partner.
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Besides Weisz,...
The six-episode psychological series, which premieres April 21 on Prime Video, stars Weisz as Beverly and Elliot Mantle, twins whose intimacy exceeds traditional bounds as the siblings share “drugs, lovers and unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes,” according to the official logline. As the pair makes it their mission to modernize women’s health care by challenging antiquated practices, they fall into an morally gray area of medical ethics.
The first-look photos showcase Weisz assuming her double-lead role as Beverly and Elliot conduct their daily lives side-by-side despite moments of isolation when one twin heads into the hospital or the lab or catches up with a romantic partner.
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Besides Weisz,...
- 2/14/2023
- by Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
David Cronenberg‘s 1988 film Dead Ringers (get it Here) was seared into Oscar winner (for her role in The Constant Gardener) Rachel Weisz’s memory from the moment she first saw the film, as she found it to be “deeply psychological, deeply twisted, perverse and thrilling”. So when Megan Ellison of Annapurna Pictures asked Weisz if there were any projects she was keen to make, Weisz brought up the idea of a TV series version of Dead Ringers where she would play the twin lead characters. The project started moving forward in that moment, and Alice Birch – whose credits include Lady Macbeth, The Wonder, Normal People, and Conversations With Friends – was soon brought on board to write (along with an all-women writing team), serve as showrunner, and executive produce the series with Weisz and Ellison. We’ll get to see the result of their collaboration when this six-episode version of...
- 2/14/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Actress and producer Amy Adams is taking her talents to Fifth Season in a new multiyear, first-look deal, Fifth Season announced on Friday. Formerly named Endeavor Content, Fifth Season’s slate of shows includes Emmy Award-winning Apple+ TV series “Severance,” and the upcoming Natalie Portman-led drama miniseries “Lady in the Lake.”
Bond Group Entertainment, which was co-created by Adams and her manager Stacy O’Neil, will work with Fifth Season’s TV Studio team to develop television series, with a mission to provide more opportunities for underrepresented talent.
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“We are so looking forward to collaborating with Joe and the whole Fifth Season team. We share a collective vision for unique original content along with a joint desire to support emerging voices and bring authentic stories to life,” said Adams.
President of TV Development and Production at Fifth Season,...
Bond Group Entertainment, which was co-created by Adams and her manager Stacy O’Neil, will work with Fifth Season’s TV Studio team to develop television series, with a mission to provide more opportunities for underrepresented talent.
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“We are so looking forward to collaborating with Joe and the whole Fifth Season team. We share a collective vision for unique original content along with a joint desire to support emerging voices and bring authentic stories to life,” said Adams.
President of TV Development and Production at Fifth Season,...
- 11/18/2022
- by Raquel "Rocky" Harris
- The Wrap
Amy Adams and her Bond Group Entertainment production company have signed a first-look TV deal with Fifth Season (formerly Endeavor Content).
“Amy’s passion as an artist and her commitment to illuminating our shared humanity through complex characters in all genres aligns perfectly with what we want to do here at Fifth Season,” said Joe Hipps, president of TV development and production for Fifth Season. “We look forward to working with Amy, Stacy, and the rest of the Bond Group team.”
Bond Group Entertainment was founded by Adams and her manager, Stacy O’Neil, with a goal of elevating female creatives. Along with Adams and O’Neil, the Bond Group’s team includes head of development Kathleen Clifford and Eddie Adams, director of development. They will collaborate with Hipps and his team to develop series across all platforms, with many reportedly based on books.
“We are so looking forward to collaborating...
“Amy’s passion as an artist and her commitment to illuminating our shared humanity through complex characters in all genres aligns perfectly with what we want to do here at Fifth Season,” said Joe Hipps, president of TV development and production for Fifth Season. “We look forward to working with Amy, Stacy, and the rest of the Bond Group team.”
Bond Group Entertainment was founded by Adams and her manager, Stacy O’Neil, with a goal of elevating female creatives. Along with Adams and O’Neil, the Bond Group’s team includes head of development Kathleen Clifford and Eddie Adams, director of development. They will collaborate with Hipps and his team to develop series across all platforms, with many reportedly based on books.
“We are so looking forward to collaborating...
- 11/18/2022
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Amy Adams has signed a multi-year first-look television deal with Fifth Season, formerly Endeavor Content, through her production company Bond Group Entertainment.
As part of the deal, Adams will collaborate with Fifth Season’s TV studio team to develop series across platforms, primarily originating from best-selling book IP. She will work with her manager Stacy O’Neil, as well as Kathleen Clifford, Head of Development, and Eddie Adams, Director of Development.
Adams previously signed a first look deal with HBO upon launching Bond Group Entertainment in 2019.
Bond Group Entertainment is currently in development on Kings of America for Netflix as well as Willa of the Wood, Finding the Mother Tree, Nightbitch and Outlawed. Adams executive produced HBO’s miniseries Sharp Objects and the upcoming sequel to Enchanted titled Disenchanted, both of which she also stars in.
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As part of the deal, Adams will collaborate with Fifth Season’s TV studio team to develop series across platforms, primarily originating from best-selling book IP. She will work with her manager Stacy O’Neil, as well as Kathleen Clifford, Head of Development, and Eddie Adams, Director of Development.
Adams previously signed a first look deal with HBO upon launching Bond Group Entertainment in 2019.
Bond Group Entertainment is currently in development on Kings of America for Netflix as well as Willa of the Wood, Finding the Mother Tree, Nightbitch and Outlawed. Adams executive produced HBO’s miniseries Sharp Objects and the upcoming sequel to Enchanted titled Disenchanted, both of which she also stars in.
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- 11/18/2022
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
Click here to read the full article.
Amy Adams is putting down roots for her Bond Group Entertainment banner.
The six-time Oscar nominee has signed a multiple-year, first-look TV deal with Fifth Season, the studio formerly known as Endeavor Content.
Under the pact, Adams, manager Stacy O’Neil and Bond Group’s vp TV development Kathleen Clifford and director of development Eddie Adams will work with Fifth Season’s TV studio team to create new projects for the studio, with a focus on best-selling books and on amplifying underrepresented voices.
“Amy’s passion as an artist and her commitment to illuminating our shared humanity through complex characters in all genres aligns perfectly with what we want to do here at Fifth Season,” said Joe Hipps, president of TV development and production at Fifth Season. “We look forward to working with Amy, Stacy and the rest of the Bond Group team.”
Bond...
Amy Adams is putting down roots for her Bond Group Entertainment banner.
The six-time Oscar nominee has signed a multiple-year, first-look TV deal with Fifth Season, the studio formerly known as Endeavor Content.
Under the pact, Adams, manager Stacy O’Neil and Bond Group’s vp TV development Kathleen Clifford and director of development Eddie Adams will work with Fifth Season’s TV studio team to create new projects for the studio, with a focus on best-selling books and on amplifying underrepresented voices.
“Amy’s passion as an artist and her commitment to illuminating our shared humanity through complex characters in all genres aligns perfectly with what we want to do here at Fifth Season,” said Joe Hipps, president of TV development and production at Fifth Season. “We look forward to working with Amy, Stacy and the rest of the Bond Group team.”
Bond...
- 11/18/2022
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Nightbitch, a project that has been described as being a darkly comic “neo-horror” movie, is currently filming with Amy Adams (American Hustle) in the lead role – and Deadline has just broken the news that Adams is being joined in the cast by Mary Holland, who is best known for appearing in the Netflix release Senior Year and for co-writing and co-starring in Clea DuVall’s romantic comedy Happiest Season. Details on the character she’ll be playing in Nightbitch have not been revealed.
Written and directed by Marielle Heller (Can You Ever Forgive Me?), Nightbitch is based on a novel by Rachel Yoder. The film will tell the story of a suburban mom thrown into the stay-at-home routine of raising a toddler. As she embraces the feral power deeply rooted in motherhood, she becomes increasingly aware of the bizarre and undeniable signs that she may be turning into a dog.
Written and directed by Marielle Heller (Can You Ever Forgive Me?), Nightbitch is based on a novel by Rachel Yoder. The film will tell the story of a suburban mom thrown into the stay-at-home routine of raising a toddler. As she embraces the feral power deeply rooted in motherhood, she becomes increasingly aware of the bizarre and undeniable signs that she may be turning into a dog.
- 10/21/2022
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Exclusive: Mary Holland (Senior Year) has signed on to star alongside Amy Adams and Scoot McNairy in Searchlight Pictures’ darkly comic horror Nightbitch, based on the debut novel of Rachel Yoder. Marielle Heller (Can You Ever Forgive Me?) is directing from her own script.
The film, now in production, tells the story of a woman thrown into the stay-at-home routine of raising a toddler in the suburbs who slowly embraces the feral power deeply rooted in motherhood, as she becomes increasingly aware of the bizarre and undeniable signs that she may be turning into a canine. Bond Group and Annapurna acquired film rights to Yoder’s book in 2020 and developed the script alongside Heller. Searchlight then acquired worldwide rights in May, in a deal sources placed at 25 million-plus; it marked a reemergence of Megan Ellison’s reconfigured Annapurna in the marketplace.
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The film, now in production, tells the story of a woman thrown into the stay-at-home routine of raising a toddler in the suburbs who slowly embraces the feral power deeply rooted in motherhood, as she becomes increasingly aware of the bizarre and undeniable signs that she may be turning into a canine. Bond Group and Annapurna acquired film rights to Yoder’s book in 2020 and developed the script alongside Heller. Searchlight then acquired worldwide rights in May, in a deal sources placed at 25 million-plus; it marked a reemergence of Megan Ellison’s reconfigured Annapurna in the marketplace.
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- 10/21/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Click here to read the full article.
The Austin Film Festival has unveiled its 2022 lineup, which includes Bob Saget’s final movie, the Dustin Hoffman and Sissy Spacek-starrer Sam & Kate, and a filmmaking honor for Darren Aronofsky, the director of the festival’s opening night film The Whale.
This year’s slate features over 33 world, North American, U.S. and Texas premieres including Saget’s last film appearance, the Jeremy Lalonde-directed Daniel’s Gotta Die. The film also stars Jason Jones, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Carly Chaikin and Iggy Pop.
“Bob’s passing came as a shock to the entire Daniel’s Gotta Die team. He was a collaborator through and through and he really loved this film,” Lalonde said. “It’s with great sadness that he never got to see it finished. I can’t wait to see how audiences react to his final performance at Austin Film...
The Austin Film Festival has unveiled its 2022 lineup, which includes Bob Saget’s final movie, the Dustin Hoffman and Sissy Spacek-starrer Sam & Kate, and a filmmaking honor for Darren Aronofsky, the director of the festival’s opening night film The Whale.
This year’s slate features over 33 world, North American, U.S. and Texas premieres including Saget’s last film appearance, the Jeremy Lalonde-directed Daniel’s Gotta Die. The film also stars Jason Jones, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Carly Chaikin and Iggy Pop.
“Bob’s passing came as a shock to the entire Daniel’s Gotta Die team. He was a collaborator through and through and he really loved this film,” Lalonde said. “It’s with great sadness that he never got to see it finished. I can’t wait to see how audiences react to his final performance at Austin Film...
- 9/29/2022
- by Abbey White
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Vertical Entertainment Pre-Buys Family Dramedy ‘Sam & Kate’ Starring Dustin Hoffman And Sissy Spacek
Exclusive: Vertical Entertainment has continued its feature film investment strategy by completing pre-buy financing and securing North American and UK/Ireland distribution rights to Sam & Kate, a family dramedy starring Oscar winners Dustin Hoffman and Sissy Spacek. The film from writer-director Darren Le Gallo, also starring the former actor’s son Jake Hoffman and the latter’s daughter Schuyler Fisk, is slated for a theatrical release on November 11.
Le Gallo’s feature directorial debut takes place in a small town in the heart of the country. Hoffman plays Bill, the larger-than-life father to Sam (Jake Hoffman), who has returned home to take care of his ailing dad. While home, Sam falls for a local woman, Kate (Schuyler Fisk). And at the same time, Bill starts to fall for her mom, Tina (Spacek). But finding love is complicated, and for these four, it is no different. They all must confront their...
Le Gallo’s feature directorial debut takes place in a small town in the heart of the country. Hoffman plays Bill, the larger-than-life father to Sam (Jake Hoffman), who has returned home to take care of his ailing dad. While home, Sam falls for a local woman, Kate (Schuyler Fisk). And at the same time, Bill starts to fall for her mom, Tina (Spacek). But finding love is complicated, and for these four, it is no different. They all must confront their...
- 9/14/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Award winning actor Scoot McNairy will star opposite Amy Adams in the forthcoming adaptation of the best-selling book “Nightbitch.”
Mounted by Searchlight Pictures and Annapurna, the film will tell of a suburban mom thrown into the stay-at-home routine of raising a toddler. As she embraces the feral power deeply rooted in motherhood, she becomes increasingly aware of the bizarre and undeniable signs that she may be turning into a dog.
McNairy will star as Adams’ oft-traveling husband in the project. The Screen Actors Guild and Indie Spirit Award winner was most recently seen in Mike Mills’ awards player “C’mon C’mon” with Joaquin Phoenix, and in the starry ensemble of Quentin Tarantino’s “Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood.”
Marielle Heller (“Can You Ever Forgive Me?”) is directing from her own script, adapted from Rachel Yoder’s debut novel. Megan Ellison, Heller, Anne Carey, Adams, Stacy O’Neil (“Dead Ringers”), Christina Oh...
Mounted by Searchlight Pictures and Annapurna, the film will tell of a suburban mom thrown into the stay-at-home routine of raising a toddler. As she embraces the feral power deeply rooted in motherhood, she becomes increasingly aware of the bizarre and undeniable signs that she may be turning into a dog.
McNairy will star as Adams’ oft-traveling husband in the project. The Screen Actors Guild and Indie Spirit Award winner was most recently seen in Mike Mills’ awards player “C’mon C’mon” with Joaquin Phoenix, and in the starry ensemble of Quentin Tarantino’s “Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood.”
Marielle Heller (“Can You Ever Forgive Me?”) is directing from her own script, adapted from Rachel Yoder’s debut novel. Megan Ellison, Heller, Anne Carey, Adams, Stacy O’Neil (“Dead Ringers”), Christina Oh...
- 6/27/2022
- by Matt Donnelly
- Variety Film + TV
Two years after Amy Adams’ production company Bond Group, along with Annapurna, acquired the rights to the novel “Nightbitch,” the film is finally howling straight ahead.
Searchlight Pictures has officially acquired the neo-horror thriller, already written and soon to be directed by Marielle Heller. Annapurna will produce the film, which is based on Rachel Yoder’s fall 2021 debut novel of the same name. The film will be released on Hulu, with other release plans to follow, per Searchlight.
“Nightbitch” tells the story of a stay-at-home mother (six-time Oscar nominee Adams) who begins to embrace the inherent feral power that comes with being a parent. When her husband travels for work, the unnamed lead character is isolated in the suburbs with only her two-year-old son for company. Soon, she starts to become convinced that she’s slowly turning into a canine and eventually seeks help to hide her feral alter ego from a mommy support group.
Searchlight Pictures has officially acquired the neo-horror thriller, already written and soon to be directed by Marielle Heller. Annapurna will produce the film, which is based on Rachel Yoder’s fall 2021 debut novel of the same name. The film will be released on Hulu, with other release plans to follow, per Searchlight.
“Nightbitch” tells the story of a stay-at-home mother (six-time Oscar nominee Adams) who begins to embrace the inherent feral power that comes with being a parent. When her husband travels for work, the unnamed lead character is isolated in the suburbs with only her two-year-old son for company. Soon, she starts to become convinced that she’s slowly turning into a canine and eventually seeks help to hide her feral alter ego from a mommy support group.
- 5/19/2022
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
In a deal sources place at 25M+ for worldwide rights, Searchlight Pictures has acquired Annapurna’s darkly comic horror film Nightbitch, starring six-time Academy Award nominee Amy Adams (Arrival), acquired in a competitive sale. Marielle Heller (Can You Ever Forgive Me?) has come aboard to direct the film, based on Rachel Yoder’s acclaimed debut novel, from her own script.
Nightbitch tells the story of a woman thrown into the stay-at-home routine of raising a toddler in the suburbs, who slowly embraces the feral power deeply rooted in motherhood, as she becomes increasingly aware of the bizarre and undeniable signs that she may be turning into a canine. Bond Group and Annapurna acquired film rights to Yoder’s book back in 2020 and developed the script alongside Heller. It marks a reemergence of Megan Ellison’s reconfigured Annapurna in the marketplace. The original plan was to launch sales in Cannes, but...
Nightbitch tells the story of a woman thrown into the stay-at-home routine of raising a toddler in the suburbs, who slowly embraces the feral power deeply rooted in motherhood, as she becomes increasingly aware of the bizarre and undeniable signs that she may be turning into a canine. Bond Group and Annapurna acquired film rights to Yoder’s book back in 2020 and developed the script alongside Heller. It marks a reemergence of Megan Ellison’s reconfigured Annapurna in the marketplace. The original plan was to launch sales in Cannes, but...
- 5/19/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Searchlight Pictures has acquired worldwide rights to Annapurna’s “Nightbitch,” with six-time Oscar-nominee Amy Adams set to star. Marielle Heller wrote and will direct the film adaptation of Rachel Yoder’s acclaimed debut novel.
The movie, described as a “darkly comic neo-horror,” is currently in pre-production, with a scheduled production start this September in Los Angeles. “Nightbitch” will stream as a Hulu Original in the U.S., with additional release plans to be announced.
According to the official logline, Adams stars in the project as a woman “thrown into the stay-at-home routine of raising a toddler in the suburbs, who slowly embraces the feral power deeply rooted in motherhood, as she becomes increasingly aware of the bizarre and undeniable signs that she may be turning into a canine.”
In addition to starring in the project, Adams — who will next be seen in “Disenchanted,” the long-awaited follow-up to Disney’s smash...
The movie, described as a “darkly comic neo-horror,” is currently in pre-production, with a scheduled production start this September in Los Angeles. “Nightbitch” will stream as a Hulu Original in the U.S., with additional release plans to be announced.
According to the official logline, Adams stars in the project as a woman “thrown into the stay-at-home routine of raising a toddler in the suburbs, who slowly embraces the feral power deeply rooted in motherhood, as she becomes increasingly aware of the bizarre and undeniable signs that she may be turning into a canine.”
In addition to starring in the project, Adams — who will next be seen in “Disenchanted,” the long-awaited follow-up to Disney’s smash...
- 5/19/2022
- by Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
Amy Adams’ Comedic Horror ‘Nightbitch’ Heads to Searchlight With Marielle Heller to Write and Direct
Searchlight Pictures has acquired from Annapurna the worldwide rights to “Nightbitch,” a neo-horror film and dark comedy that will star Amy Adams and be written and directed by Marielle Heller (“A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood”).
“Nightbitch” is based on the debut novel by Rachel Yoder that was released last year, and the film, which is now in pre-production, aims to begin shooting in Los Angeles this September.
Searchlight in acquiring the film will stream the film as a Hulu Original in the U.S. and on Disney’s Dtc platforms. Additional release plans are to be announced.
“Nightbitch” tells the story of a woman thrown into the stay-at-home routine of raising a toddler in the suburbs, who slowly embraces the feral power deeply rooted in motherhood when she becomes increasingly aware of the bizarre and undeniable signs that she may be turning into a canine.
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“Nightbitch” is based on the debut novel by Rachel Yoder that was released last year, and the film, which is now in pre-production, aims to begin shooting in Los Angeles this September.
Searchlight in acquiring the film will stream the film as a Hulu Original in the U.S. and on Disney’s Dtc platforms. Additional release plans are to be announced.
“Nightbitch” tells the story of a woman thrown into the stay-at-home routine of raising a toddler in the suburbs, who slowly embraces the feral power deeply rooted in motherhood when she becomes increasingly aware of the bizarre and undeniable signs that she may be turning into a canine.
Also Read:
‘Disenchanted’:...
- 5/19/2022
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
The Annapurna production is adapted from Rachel Yoder’s novel.
Searchlight Pictures has acquired worldwide rights to Marielle Heller’s darkly comic neo-horror Nightbitch starring Amy Adams, ahead of a September 2022 shoot in LA.
The Annapurna Pictures production will stream on Disney platforms as a Hulu Original in the US, with further release plans in the works.
Nightbitch is adapted from Rachel Yoder’s 2021 novel of the same name, about a woman who embraces the feral power of motherhood as she becomes aware that she may be turning into a canine.
Producers are Megan Ellison through Annapurna, Anne Carey through Archer Gray,...
Searchlight Pictures has acquired worldwide rights to Marielle Heller’s darkly comic neo-horror Nightbitch starring Amy Adams, ahead of a September 2022 shoot in LA.
The Annapurna Pictures production will stream on Disney platforms as a Hulu Original in the US, with further release plans in the works.
Nightbitch is adapted from Rachel Yoder’s 2021 novel of the same name, about a woman who embraces the feral power of motherhood as she becomes aware that she may be turning into a canine.
Producers are Megan Ellison through Annapurna, Anne Carey through Archer Gray,...
- 5/19/2022
- by Ben Dalton
- ScreenDaily
Exclusive: Award-winning producer and co-founder of independent production company Nine Stories, Riva Marker, has joined Nicole King and Stacy O’Neil’s Linden Entertainment as their CEO of Productions.
In her new role, Marker will oversee and expand the company’s upcoming production slate across both film and television. She will operate out of the company’s New York office and will start her position effective immediately.
Producer Marker founded Nine Stories, the independent production company, with Jake Gyllenhaal in 2015. Her recent producing credits include Antoine Fuqua’s The Guilty which premiered at the 2021 Toronto International Film Festival and was acquired by Netflix; as well as Joe Bell directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green starring Mark Wahlberg; Relic, which premiered at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival and Paul Dano’s directorial debut Wildlife nominated for three Independent Spirit Awards, starring Carey Mulligan and Gyllenhaal. Prior to Nine Stories, Marker produced Cary Fukunaga’s...
In her new role, Marker will oversee and expand the company’s upcoming production slate across both film and television. She will operate out of the company’s New York office and will start her position effective immediately.
Producer Marker founded Nine Stories, the independent production company, with Jake Gyllenhaal in 2015. Her recent producing credits include Antoine Fuqua’s The Guilty which premiered at the 2021 Toronto International Film Festival and was acquired by Netflix; as well as Joe Bell directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green starring Mark Wahlberg; Relic, which premiered at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival and Paul Dano’s directorial debut Wildlife nominated for three Independent Spirit Awards, starring Carey Mulligan and Gyllenhaal. Prior to Nine Stories, Marker produced Cary Fukunaga’s...
- 5/11/2022
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Former Hawaii-Five-0 co-lead Scott Caan is returning to CBS with a new hourlong starring vehicle, which he also is co-writing and executive producing. The network is in development on Topangaland, a drama co-written by Caan and Seal Team creator Benjamin Cavell, with Caan intended to star. The project hails from Jerry Bruckheimer Television and CBS Studios, where the company is based.
In Topangaland, a laid-back ex-cop (Caan) works for his legendary father’s private detective agency, solving cases that take him from Malibu mansions to Topanga hippie communes to Venice back alleys and everywhere in between — all while navigating a thorny relationship with his dad and the rest of his unconventional family.
The project stems from conversations Caan had with Jbtv about developing a show together. The company connected him with Cavell through Cavell’s overall deal at CBS Studios, and the two came up with the characters at...
In Topangaland, a laid-back ex-cop (Caan) works for his legendary father’s private detective agency, solving cases that take him from Malibu mansions to Topanga hippie communes to Venice back alleys and everywhere in between — all while navigating a thorny relationship with his dad and the rest of his unconventional family.
The project stems from conversations Caan had with Jbtv about developing a show together. The company connected him with Cavell through Cavell’s overall deal at CBS Studios, and the two came up with the characters at...
- 9/1/2021
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
The “Dead Ringers” series at Amazon has added both Jennifer Ehle and Emily Meade in recurring roles, Variety has learned.
They join previously announced series lead Rachel Weisz as well as cast members Michael Chernus, Poppy Liu, Britne Oldford and Jeremy Shamos.
The series was announced at the streaming service in August 2020 with a straight-to-series order. It is a modern update of the 1988 David Cronenberg film of the same name. The series version will see Weisz playing the double lead role of Elliot and Beverly Mantle, twins who share everything: drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes, including pushing the boundaries on medical ethics in an effort to challenge antiquated practices and bring women’s healthcare to the forefront.
Ehle will play Rebecca, a brilliant and ruthless heiress, regularly featuring on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. Married to the hopeful and surprisingly shrewd Susan (Meade), the two share a fascination with science,...
They join previously announced series lead Rachel Weisz as well as cast members Michael Chernus, Poppy Liu, Britne Oldford and Jeremy Shamos.
The series was announced at the streaming service in August 2020 with a straight-to-series order. It is a modern update of the 1988 David Cronenberg film of the same name. The series version will see Weisz playing the double lead role of Elliot and Beverly Mantle, twins who share everything: drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes, including pushing the boundaries on medical ethics in an effort to challenge antiquated practices and bring women’s healthcare to the forefront.
Ehle will play Rebecca, a brilliant and ruthless heiress, regularly featuring on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. Married to the hopeful and surprisingly shrewd Susan (Meade), the two share a fascination with science,...
- 8/30/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Britne Oldford is set as a lead opposite Rachel Weisz in Amazon’s Dead Ringers series, a reimagining with a gender swap of David Cronenberg’s cult classic 1980s film. Jeremy Shamos (Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom) also will recur in the series, which hails from Weisz, writer Alice Birch (Normal People), Annapurna Television and Morgan Creek Entertainment, the company behind the original movie.
Dead Ringers is a modern take on Cronenberg’s thriller starring Jeremy Irons, featuring Weisz playing the double lead role of Elliot and Beverly Mantle, twins who share everything: drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes, including pushing the boundaries on medical ethics in an effort to challenge antiquated practices and bring women’s healthcare to the forefront.
Oldford will play Genevieve, an actress in the midst of her breakout role who meets Elliot and Beverly after a unique check-up.
Dead Ringers is a modern take on Cronenberg’s thriller starring Jeremy Irons, featuring Weisz playing the double lead role of Elliot and Beverly Mantle, twins who share everything: drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes, including pushing the boundaries on medical ethics in an effort to challenge antiquated practices and bring women’s healthcare to the forefront.
Oldford will play Genevieve, an actress in the midst of her breakout role who meets Elliot and Beverly after a unique check-up.
- 8/11/2021
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Actress Pom Klementieff who made a splash as Mantis in Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 2 and latter on in Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame has signed with Linden Entertainment.
Up next, Klementieff will star in the Tom Cruise Paramount franchise pics Mission: Impossible 7 and Mission: Impossible 8 scheduled to be released respectively on May 27, 2022 and July 7, 2023. She most recently starred opposite Melissa McCarthy and Octavia Spencer in the Netflix feature comedy Thunder Force. She also appeared in the third season of the critically-acclaimed HBO series Westworld as Martel, the fifth season of Netflix’s anthology series Black Mirror and the Safdie brothers’ crime-dramedy Uncut Gems. She also reteamed with James Gunn recently, making a cameo in his Warner Bros.’ The Suicide Squad as a La Gatita Amable Dancer.
Linden Entertainment, founded by Stacy O’Neil and Nicole King, and is a management, production, and branding company. Some of their clients include Vin Diesel,...
Up next, Klementieff will star in the Tom Cruise Paramount franchise pics Mission: Impossible 7 and Mission: Impossible 8 scheduled to be released respectively on May 27, 2022 and July 7, 2023. She most recently starred opposite Melissa McCarthy and Octavia Spencer in the Netflix feature comedy Thunder Force. She also appeared in the third season of the critically-acclaimed HBO series Westworld as Martel, the fifth season of Netflix’s anthology series Black Mirror and the Safdie brothers’ crime-dramedy Uncut Gems. She also reteamed with James Gunn recently, making a cameo in his Warner Bros.’ The Suicide Squad as a La Gatita Amable Dancer.
Linden Entertainment, founded by Stacy O’Neil and Nicole King, and is a management, production, and branding company. Some of their clients include Vin Diesel,...
- 8/9/2021
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Poppy Liu has joined the cast of “Dead Ringers” at Amazon, Variety has learned.
She joins previously announced series lead Rachel Weisz and recently announced cast member Michael Chernus. The series was announced at the streaming service in August 2020 with a straight-to-series order. It is a modern update of the 1988 David Cronenberg film of the same name. The series version will see Weisz playing the double lead role of Elliot and Beverly Mantle, twins who share everything: drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes, including pushing the boundaries on medical ethics in an effort to challenge antiquated practices and bring women’s healthcare to the forefront.
Liu will play Greta, Beverly and Elliot’s watchful and meticulous house manager who runs their lives with complete efficiency and her own hidden agenda.
Liu broke out on the critically-acclaimed HBO Max series “Hacks,” on which she starred opposite...
She joins previously announced series lead Rachel Weisz and recently announced cast member Michael Chernus. The series was announced at the streaming service in August 2020 with a straight-to-series order. It is a modern update of the 1988 David Cronenberg film of the same name. The series version will see Weisz playing the double lead role of Elliot and Beverly Mantle, twins who share everything: drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes, including pushing the boundaries on medical ethics in an effort to challenge antiquated practices and bring women’s healthcare to the forefront.
Liu will play Greta, Beverly and Elliot’s watchful and meticulous house manager who runs their lives with complete efficiency and her own hidden agenda.
Liu broke out on the critically-acclaimed HBO Max series “Hacks,” on which she starred opposite...
- 8/3/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
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