Sony Buys International Rights to Horror Hit 'Buddy' in High-Seven-Figure Deal
Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions has acquired all international rights to the Sundance horror film 'Buddy' in a high-seven-figure deal.
Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions has acquired all international rights to the horror film Buddy in a high-seven-figure deal, according to Deadline. The studio outbid multiple other suitors for the rights.
Buddy is the feature directorial debut of Casper Kelly. It has grossed $26.5M at the domestic box office.
A special sing-along version of Buddy will play in theaters this weekend.
From Sundance to a Global Deal
The film premiered in the Midnight section of this year's Sundance Film Festival, as previously reported. It was made on a budget under $5M.
Roadside and Saban released Buddy in the United States. It is the highest-grossing film of this year's Sundance crop at the domestic box office, ahead of The Invite.
Quick answers
Who acquired the international rights to 'Buddy'?
Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions acquired all international rights to 'Buddy' in a high-seven-figure deal.
How much has 'Buddy' grossed at the domestic box office?
'Buddy' has grossed $26.5M at the domestic box office.
When can I see the sing-along version of 'Buddy'?
A special sing-along version of 'Buddy' will play in theaters this weekend.