IFC Films and AMC+ James Norton and Gemma Arterton Acquire Spy Thriller ‘Freegard’

Special: IFC Films and AMC+ took away the US rights. rotten It was directed by Adam Patterson and Declan Lowe.

The movie’s theatrical release, PVOD and first stream will be on AMC+ this summer.

The project is inspired by the terrifying true story of the sneaky Robert Frigard (James Norton) and Alice Archer (Gemma Arterton), who defeated him. Master manipulator Frigard has kidnapped multiple victims and convinced them it’s MI5’s secret. A tale of lies, loyalty, gas leaks, fear, hope and investigation, and the high-risk quest that saves Frigard’s latest victim.

Patterson and Lowen co-wrote the script with Michael Broner (Mauritania) According to the article In Search of Agent Frigard by Bronner. Shazad Latif also joins the scene (Explore the star path), Marisa Abella (industry), Edvina Findley (Phone), Sarah Goldberg (the dark knight rises), Jimmy Akingbola (ted lasso) and Julian Barat (strong support).

rotten Producers include Kitty Kalecki, Norton, Robert Taylor, Gina Carter, Michael Bronner and Night Train CEO Herbert L. Kloeber. Executive producers Harold Van Leeer, Olivia Pal, Jim Reeve and Robert Halm. The film is co-produced by Rabbit Track Pictures, Night Train Media and The Development Partnership.

Arianna Bocco, President of IFC Films, said: “Adam and Declan bring the incredible true story of Robert Frigard to the big screen. We’re excited to share this true thriller with such a talented ensemble with American audiences across the country this summer.”

We’re excited to bring the compelling story of Adam and Declan to life as we continue to expand our exclusive movie offerings with dynamic, character-driven thrillers for our passionate and deeply engaged subscribers. “This story has been brought to life by an impressive actor, including James Norton, who will be back on AMC+ early next year, which is also visible to our viewers at Happy Valley,” said Courtney Thomas, Managing Director of AMC+.

Patterson and Lawn said, “We’ve had the privilege of working with an incredible cast and crew. rottenAnd now we’re definitely excited to see it in such a large audience thanks to IFC Films and AMC+. “This deal is a dream come true for us.”

Night Train Media CEO Herbert L. Kloiber: We’re excited about it rottenNight Train’s feature film debut, Out of the Gates, was sold on both IFC Films and AMC+. This is wonderful, creative work that is both exciting and seductive.”

agreement rotten Negotiations were conducted on behalf of WME Independent on behalf of Scott Shooman, Senior Vice President of Purchasing and Production at IFC Films and on behalf of the filmmakers. Night Train Media fully sponsors the film and owns the global rights.