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‘Wet,’ Starring Connor Storrie, Rebecca Ferguson and Odessa A’zion, Acquired by Lionsgate
Lionsgate has acquired North American and UK distribution rights to *Wet*, a forthcoming film directed by Alma Har’el. The deal gives the studio rights in two major markets, while bringing together an ensemble cast led by Connor Storrie, Rebecca Ferguson and Odessa A’zion.
The cast also includes Javier Bardem, Rosalía and Lukas Haas. Har’el co-wrote the screenplay with Christian Stangeby, but the plot is being kept secret; production is scheduled to begin in the Dominican Republic in 2027. Fifth Season and 193, a Legendary Company, are producing the film.
In short
- Lionsgate acquired *Wet* distribution rights in North America and the UK.
- Alma Har’el will direct an ensemble cast including Connor Storrie and Rebecca Ferguson.
- Production is planned for the Dominican Republic in 2027.
Explained simply
Film distribution rights determine who can release a film in particular territories, such as North America or the UK. A studio acquiring those rights can plan its release and promotion in those markets, though the deal does not by itself reveal when audiences will be able to see the film.
Wet is directed by Alma Har’el, who co-wrote its screenplay with Christian Stangeby, and is being produced by Fifth Season and 193, a Legendary Company. Its ensemble cast includes Connor Storrie, Rebecca Ferguson, Odessa A’zion, Javier Bardem, Rosalía and Lukas Haas.
The story has not been disclosed, and production is scheduled to begin in the Dominican Republic in 2027. The project brings together performers from film and music, while its eventual release plans will depend on the film’s production and distribution.