Amazon MGM and Sony: A Hollywood Power Partnership
Lights, camera, action! The cinematic landscape is about to get a bit more exciting as Amazon MGM Studios and Sony Pictures Entertainment team up for a multi-year distribution deal. According to a recent report from Variety, this partnership will cover the international theatrical releases of four highly anticipated films through March 2026. Grab your popcorn, folks—this is just the beginning!
First Up: After the Hunt
Kicking off this blockbuster endeavor is Luca Guadagnino’s psychological drama, After the Hunt, starring Hollywood heavyweights Julia Roberts, Ayo Edebiri, and Andrew Garfield. Mark your calendars: this flick will debut domestically on October 10, 2025, with an expanded release on October 17.
Following its premiere, Sony takes the reins for several thrilling titles:
- Mercy: A Chris Pratt-led thriller directed by Timur Bekmambetov, set for its U.S. release on January 23, 2026.
- Crime 101: This heist film features a star-studded cast including Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, and Halle Berry, hitting theaters on February 13, 2026.
- Project Hail Mary: Based on Andy Weir’s novel, this sci-fi adventure stars Ryan Gosling and is slated for a release on March 20, 2026.
What This Means for Amazon MGM
While Sony will handle international distribution for these exciting projects, it’s not a forever arrangement. After Project Hail Mary, Amazon MGM plans to establish its own distribution operations in selected global territories, although those locations remain shrouded in mystery for now. Sony will continue to lend its support in markets where Amazon MGM hasn’t set up shop.
But wait—there’s more! Not every project is part of this partnership. The biographical drama Sarah’s Oil, which tells the story of oil magnate Sarah Rector, is skipping international distribution with Sony and will hit domestic theaters on November 7, 2025.
Looking Ahead
And if you think that’s all, think again! Amazon MGM is gearing up for its first self-distributed international release with Verity, an adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s gripping novel, starring Dakota Johnson, Josh Hartnett, and Anne Hathaway. Mark May 15, 2026, on your calendars because this one is bound to stir up some buzz.
So, whether you’re a fan of high-octane thrillers, touching dramas, or cosmic adventures, there’s a lot to look forward to. As these titans of entertainment continue to reshape the industry, we’ll be here for every juicy piece of news—so keep those eyes peeled and that popcorn ready! 🎬🍿
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