Focus Features.
art house films division of NBCUniversal
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What's happening
Earlier this month
One to three months ago
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Robert Eggers and Sjón co-wrote a film that Focus Features is handling the marketing and release for.Well supported5 reports
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A24's success is setting new industry standards, prompting studios to leverage genre success to redefine their brand identities.Well supported5 reports
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Robert Eggers is adapting Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, and the film Werwulf is set in England.Some support1 report
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Alex Gibney was documenting Elon Musk's life, and Focus Features picked up the film production in 2014.Some support2 reports
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Hollywood is acquiring independent films at market.Some support1 report1 development inside
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River was produced by Steven Schneider, Focus Features is closing on a theatrical distribution deal, and Joshua Giuliano will write and direct for Atomic Monster.Some support1 report
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Director Curry Barker secured new roles, including directing an A24 reboot and working with Focus Features and Apple TV.Some support1 report
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Focus Features acquired the film directed by Barker.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Industry events connect the dots: Cannes executives met in Toronto for TIFF, while Focus Features acquired the film of YouTuber Curry Barker, whose work is compared to Zach Cregger's.Some support1 report
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Focus Features produces niche projects for the Hollywood industry.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Focus Features is acquiring an independent film for distribution.Some support1 report
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Amanda Seyfried stars in a film acquired by Focus Features, which was featured at TIFF screenings.Some support3 reports
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Focus Features is forming a new project team including producer Jason Blum, producer Gregory Goodman, and director/writer Paul Greengrass.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Focus Features revealed the theme of a new movie involving producer Jason Blum, producer Gregory Goodman, and director/writer Paul Greengrass.Some support1 report
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Inde Navarrette is involved in a new sci-fi thriller project directed by Louis Paxton, which is inspired by a Waffle House concept. Focus Features is also involved.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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Focus Features announces that they are handling the distribution of the film starring Andrew Garfield.Some support1 report
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Focus Features acquired distribution rights for Obsession.Some support2 reports
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A24 and Focus Features are benefiting from the recovering global cinema market, with 'Backrooms' and 'Obsession' achieving successful openings.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The success of films like Obsession and Backrooms is influencing Hollywood's understanding of audience preferences.Some support1 report
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Universal Pictures, Sundance Institute, and Focus Features formed a partnership to support emerging filmmakers through the Breakthrough Fellowship.Some support1 report
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Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cameron Mackintosh, and Andrew Gans share a status as major leaders in the theatrical industry, providing a platform for industry commentary.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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Focus Features is utilizing Daisy Edgar-Jones for a current project.Some support3 reports
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Industry discussion and competition in the independent film market took place in Locarno involving A24 and Focus Features.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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A film's successful run suggests the viability of the current market.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Focus Features produced the hit movie Obsession.Some support2 reports
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David Coggeshall provided scripts for Focus Features, noting Dwayne Johnson's past roles contributed to studio success.Some support2 reports
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The independent film projects involving A24, Focus Features, and director Curry Barker have culminated in a major commercial and critical success.Well supported7 reports2 developments inside
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Peacock acquired a film from Focus Features, which was directed by someone and is now set to star in an A24 reboot.Some support1 report
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Focus Features employs director Agnieszka Smoczyńska to work on a new film project featuring Noomi Rapace and Andrzej Konopka.Some support1 report
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David Lowery attached to write and direct an adaptation; Ashley Bua is the writer-producer of the project, which is based on a novel.Some support1 report
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Curry Barker agreed to direct A24's Texas Chainsaw Massacre, while Focus Features picked up Obsession from Barker. A24 is also utilizing Kane Parsons for upcoming projects.Well supported19 reports6 developments inside
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Inde Navarrette and Isabelle Adjani are featured in the film Possession, which grossed $376 million.Some support1 report
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StudioCanal and Focus Features are partnering on the international film production of The Bell Jar.Some support1 report
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Ang Lee is directing the current film adaptation of Jane Austen's novel, backed by a studio and involving Focus Features.Some support1 report
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Hamilton's success sparked a profit-sharing debate, while Curry Barker's film was a major hit for Focus Features.Well supported4 reports
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Universal Pictures secured Curry Barker for his next feature, while he is also currently in post-production for a Focus Features film.Well supported4 reports
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The director successfully produced a microbudget thriller, marking a successful outcome for the collaboration with Focus Features.Well supported6 reports
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Focus Features is involved in the production of the film Hot Spot.Some support2 reports
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Anthony Maras and Andrew Scott are collaborating on a film project, with the production unit Focus Features handling development and production.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Anthony Maras and Focus Features are producing a film that focuses on events in Northern Europe.Some support2 reports
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Jason Zada has been collaborating with the production company Focus Features on a genre film since May 27, 2026.Some support2 reports
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What's reaching Focus Features
Events traced to Focus Features, step by step, newest first- Lawsuit threatens Focus Features' distribution of the HoldoversFocus Features' distribution of The Holdovers could be restricted by lawsuitPossible
- Focus Features shifts film to streaming after weak theatrical runFocus Features' revenue model shifts from box office to streaming licensingLikely
- A24's success may intensify competition for Focus FeaturesA24's critical success may intensify competition for Focus FeaturesLikely
- A24's tech scandal focus may challenge Focus Features' market shareA24's high-profile scandal documentaries may intensify competition for art house audiences.Possible
Explainers that pass through Focus Features
Focus Features is a step on the way to someone elseAround Focus Features this week
News at the entities that move Focus Features most-
A24 OperationalJordan Firstman leveraged Instagram for career growth, debuting a feature film with A24 at the Cannes festival, and also working on scripts for an HBO series.Moves Focus Features
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Comcast StructuralJulian Brodsky's biography details his roots in Philadelphia, military service, and co-founding Comcast's expansion.Moves Focus Features
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Andrew Garfield TransactionalAndrew Garfield is recognized as a successful director of Hollywood action movies.Moves Focus Features
Connections
The 40 strongest of 76, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Inde Navarrette Operational
Focus Features actively produces and campaigns for Inde Navarrette, who stars in their successful film productions.
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Robert Eggers Structural
Focus Features serves as the production and marketing studio for films directed by Robert Eggers.
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Paul Greengrass Structural
Focus Features utilizes Paul Greengrass for creative direction and writing on film projects.
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A24 Operational
A24 and Focus Features actively compete for market share in the independent film sector while also collaborating on future projects.
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Universal Structural
Focus Features functions as a production division operating under the umbrella of the larger Universal company structure.
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Aaron Taylor-Johnson Operational
Focus Features produced the film in which Aaron Taylor-Johnson starred.
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Liza Soberano Transactional
Liza Soberano made her professional debut as an actress through a production partnership with Focus Features.
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Ang Lee Structural
Focus Features functions as the production company and vehicle for Ang Lee's successful adaptations of Austen's work.
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Peacock Structural
Focus Features utilizes Peacock as a distribution platform and sells film properties to it.
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Obsession Transactional
The relationship originated from a successful acquisition following the film's critical acclaim at TIFF, establishing it as the company's top earner.
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Robin Hood Structural
Focus Features is producing and promoting a film adaptation based on the Robin Hood legend.
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Comcast Structural
Comcast formally includes Focus Features within its operational structure.
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Andrew Garfield Transactional
Andrew Garfield is cast in a film that Focus Features is producing and distributing.
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Lily-Rose Depp Operational
A company utilized Lily-Rose Depp's talents for a production project.
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Duncan Jones Transactional
A's professional activity in the film market is shown to be a key driver for Focus Features' acquisition strategy.
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IMDb Structural
Focus Features relies on IMDb to provide film credit data for its operations.
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Gregory Goodman Structural
Gregory Goodman holds the role of producer within the company Focus Features.
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Agnieszka Smoczyńska Structural
Agnieszka Smoczyńska is employed by Focus Features, establishing a professional functional dependency.
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Noomi Rapace Transactional
A is engaged as an actor in a project produced or distributed by B.
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Georgia Oakley Structural
Georgia Oakley directed the film adaptation of Austen's debut novel while associated with Focus Features.
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Craig Brewer Transactional
Craig Brewer directed a film commissioned by Focus Features.
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Jason Blum Structural
Focus Features operates as a production company where Jason Blum serves in the capacity of a producer.
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David Lowery Structural
David Lowery is attached to write and direct adaptations for Focus Features.
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Sundance Institute Transactional
Focus Features provides financial grants and mentorship to fellows of the Sundance Institute.
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Anthony Maras Operational
Anthony Maras functions as the director, while Focus Features provides the corporate entity and production unit for the film project.
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George MacKay Operational
The company is actively collaborating with the individual on a new film production.
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David Coggeshall Structural
Coggeshall provides necessary scripts as a functional input for the company's division.
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Jessica Chastain Structural
Jessica Chastain's talent is leveraged by Focus Features in major theatrical releases.
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Rami Malek Transactional
Rami Malek is collaborating with Focus Features on the drama-thriller project, Pressure.
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Amazon Operational
The two entities are actively competing for film projects and distribution deals in the market.
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Alex Ross Perry Transactional
They collaborated on the screen adaptation of a novel, co-writing the project.
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Ashley Bua Operational
Ashley Bua serves as the writer-producer for a project associated with Focus Features.
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StudioCanal Operational
StudioCanal and Focus Features are partnering on the international film production of The Bell Jar.
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Amanda Seyfried Transactional
Focus Features acquires film rights for projects in which Amanda Seyfried stars.
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Jason Zada Transactional
The entities previously collaborated on a genre film project.
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Hollywood Operational
Focus Features produces niche projects that are consumed by the broader Hollywood industry.
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Andrew Gans Operational
Andrew Gans contributes expertise to Focus Features, which operates as a platform for industry commentary on productions.
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Gary Dauberman Operational
Gary Dauberman and Focus Features collaborated on the screen adaptation of a novel.
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Darby Transactional
Focus Features acquired Obsession, a production created by Darby.
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Barker Transactional
Barker sold his film to Focus Features.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
2 eventsSeptember 2026
11 events- Robert Eggers is adapting Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, and the film Werwulf is set in England.
- Alex Gibney was documenting Elon Musk's life, and Focus Features picked up the film production in 2014.
- Hollywood is acquiring independent films at market.
- River was produced by Steven Schneider, Focus Features is closing on a theatrical distribution deal, and Joshua Giuliano will write and direct for Atomic Monster.
- Director Curry Barker secured new roles, including directing an A24 reboot and working with Focus Features and Apple TV.
- Industry events connect the dots: Cannes executives met in Toronto for TIFF, while Focus Features acquired the film of YouTuber Curry Barker, whose work is compared to Zach Cregger's.
- Focus Features is acquiring an independent film for distribution.
- Amanda Seyfried stars in a film acquired by Focus Features, which was featured at TIFF screenings.
- Focus Features revealed the theme of a new movie involving producer Jason Blum, producer Gregory Goodman, and director/writer Paul Greengrass.
- Inde Navarrette is involved in a new sci-fi thriller project directed by Louis Paxton, which is inspired by a Waffle House concept. Focus Features is also involved.
- Focus Features announces that they are handling the distribution of the film starring Andrew Garfield.
August 2026
3 events- The success of films like Obsession and Backrooms is influencing Hollywood's understanding of audience preferences.
- Universal Pictures, Sundance Institute, and Focus Features formed a partnership to support emerging filmmakers through the Breakthrough Fellowship.
- Industry discussion and competition in the independent film market took place in Locarno involving A24 and Focus Features.
Show 2 earlier months
July 2026
9 events- Curry Barker directed and performed in the successful microbudget film 'Obsession', which involved Focus Features.
- Focus Features acquired the film directed by Barker.
- Focus Features is forming a new project team including producer Jason Blum, producer Gregory Goodman, and director/writer Paul Greengrass.
- Focus Features acquired distribution rights for Obsession.
- David Coggeshall provided scripts for Focus Features, noting Dwayne Johnson's past roles contributed to studio success.
- Peacock acquired a film from Focus Features, which was directed by someone and is now set to star in an A24 reboot.
- Focus Features employs director Agnieszka Smoczyńska to work on a new film project featuring Noomi Rapace and Andrzej Konopka.
- David Lowery attached to write and direct an adaptation; Ashley Bua is the writer-producer of the project, which is based on a novel.
- Inde Navarrette and Isabelle Adjani are featured in the film Possession, which grossed $376 million.
June 2026
19 events- Robert Eggers and Sjón co-wrote a film that Focus Features is handling the marketing and release for.
- A24's success is setting new industry standards, prompting studios to leverage genre success to redefine their brand identities.
- Focus Features produces niche projects for the Hollywood industry.
- A24 and Focus Features are benefiting from the recovering global cinema market, with 'Backrooms' and 'Obsession' achieving successful openings.
- Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cameron Mackintosh, and Andrew Gans share a status as major leaders in the theatrical industry, providing a platform for industry commentary.
- Focus Features is utilizing Daisy Edgar-Jones for a current project.
- A film's successful run suggests the viability of the current market.
- Focus Features produced the hit movie Obsession.
- The independent film projects involving A24, Focus Features, and director Curry Barker have culminated in a major commercial and critical success.
- Curry Barker agreed to direct A24's Texas Chainsaw Massacre, while Focus Features picked up Obsession from Barker. A24 is also utilizing Kane Parsons for upcoming projects.
- StudioCanal and Focus Features are partnering on the international film production of The Bell Jar.
- Ang Lee is directing the current film adaptation of Jane Austen's novel, backed by a studio and involving Focus Features.
- Hamilton's success sparked a profit-sharing debate, while Curry Barker's film was a major hit for Focus Features.
- Universal Pictures secured Curry Barker for his next feature, while he is also currently in post-production for a Focus Features film.
- The director successfully produced a microbudget thriller, marking a successful outcome for the collaboration with Focus Features.
- Focus Features is involved in the production of the film Hot Spot.
- Anthony Maras and Andrew Scott are collaborating on a film project, with the production unit Focus Features handling development and production.
- Anthony Maras and Focus Features are producing a film that focuses on events in Northern Europe.
- Jason Zada has been collaborating with the production company Focus Features on a genre film since May 27, 2026.