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Cornerstone Acquires International Sales Rights to Horror Film 'When Darkness Loves Us'

Cornerstone has acquired international sales rights to the upcoming horror film 'When Darkness Loves Us,' directed by James Ashcroft. The film, starring Emilia Clarke and others, will launch to buyers at the Cannes Film Market. Bleecker Street plans a U.S. release in 2027.

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Cornerstone has acquired international sales rights to the film 'When Darkness Loves Us,' Variety reported. The company will handle sales and distribution for 'When Darkness Loves Us,' excluding New Zealand and Australia, on behalf of Bleecker Street. 'When Darkness Loves Us' is set to be launched to buyers at the Cannes Film Market.

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'When Darkness Loves Us' is an upcoming horror feature directed by James Ashcroft. The film recently wrapped photography in New Zealand. S. release planned for 'When Darkness Loves Us' in 2027.

Key Facts

Acquisition of sales rights
Cornerstone has acquired international sales rights to the film 'When Darkness Loves Us'.
Film details
'When Darkness Loves Us' is an upcoming horror feature directed by James Ashcroft, starring Emilia Clarke, Marlon Williams, Victoria Pedretti, and Natascha McEl
Launch and release
The film is set to be launched to buyers at the Cannes Film Market, with a U.S. release planned by Bleecker Street in 2027.
Production status
The film recently wrapped photography in New Zealand.
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Story Timeline

4 events
  1. 2026-04-22

    Cornerstone acquires international sales rights to 'When Darkness Loves Us' and plans to launch it at Cannes Film Market.

    1 sourceVariety
  2. Recent (prior to 2026-04-22)

    The film 'When Darkness Loves Us' wraps photography in New Zealand.

    1 sourceVariety
  3. Upcoming (post-2026-04-22)

    Launch to buyers at the Cannes Film Market.

    1 sourceVariety
  4. 2027

    Bleecker Street plans U.S. release for 'When Darkness Loves Us'.

    1 sourceVariety

Potential Impact

  1. 01

    U.S. audience access in 2027, contributing to Bleecker Street's release slate.

  2. 02

    Potential international distribution deals secured at Cannes Film Market.

  3. 03

    Increased visibility for the film through sales launch, boosting cast and director profiles.

  4. 04

    Exclusion of New Zealand and Australia from Cornerstone's handling may lead to separate local distribution arrangements.

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PublishedApr 22, 2026, 2:00 PM
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