Vertical Lands North American Rights to Father Joe, Sets 2027 Wide Release
The action-thriller starring Kiefer Sutherland and Al Pacino was written and produced by Luc Besson and premiered at Venice in 2026.
Vertical has acquired North American rights to the action-thriller Father Joe and plans a wide theatrical release in 2027, according to Deadline. The deal was struck with Brieuc Jonnet of EuropaCorp, Grégoire Melin of Kinology and CAA Media Finance on behalf of the filmmakers.
Kiefer Sutherland leads the cast, alongside Ever Anderson, Michael Rispoli and Al Pacino. The ensemble also includes Fred Melamed, Chris Tardio and Erik Palladino.
Luc Besson wrote and produced the film, and Barthélémy Grossmann directed it. Father Joe is produced by LB Production, EuropaCorp, Besson and Sutherland, with Romuald Drault serving as executive producer.
The film had its world premiere at the 2026 Venice International Film Festival. Its North American release will follow in 2027.
A familiar partnership for Vertical
In 2025, Besson's Dracula took $13M at the North American box office for Vertical and $43M globally.
Quick answers
When will Father Joe be released in North America?
Vertical plans a wide theatrical release in 2027.
Who stars in Father Joe?
The cast includes Kiefer Sutherland, Ever Anderson, Michael Rispoli, Al Pacino, Fred Melamed, Chris Tardio and Erik Palladino.
Who directed and wrote Father Joe?
Barthélémy Grossmann directed the film, which was written and produced by Luc Besson.