Outerlight Acquires Indie Distributor Bleecker Street
Bleecker Street joins Outerlight's Topic Studios but will keep operating separately, with its slate and leadership intact.
Outerlight Entertainment, the company formerly known as First Look, has acquired the independent distribution label Bleecker Street, according to IndieWire. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Following the acquisition, Bleecker Street will join Outerlight's Topic Studios. The two labels will continue to operate separately rather than merging their operations.
Bleecker Street CEO Kent Sanderson and president and chief marketing officer Tyler DiNapoli will remain with the banner. The label will also retain control of its slate, acquisitions, distribution, marketing and filmmaker relationships.
Bleecker Street's recent releases
Bleecker Street's recent output includes Mike Leigh's Tender Loving Care, The Liberation, last year's Spinal Tap II and Rebuilding.
The label was founded by Andrew Karpen, who served as its then-CEO until his death at the age of 59 in May 2025.
Quick answers
Who acquired Bleecker Street?
Outerlight Entertainment, the company formerly known as First Look, acquired the indie distribution label.
Will Bleecker Street and Topic Studios operate together?
No. Bleecker Street will join Outerlight's Topic Studios, but the two labels will continue to operate separately.
How much did Outerlight pay for Bleecker Street?
Financial details of the acquisition were not disclosed.