Andrew Garfield & Claire Foy UK Family Pic ‘The Magic Faraway Tree’ Acquired By Vertical
Why it matters: Vertical's acquisition and August 21st release date signal a significant post-pandemic theatrical push for family films.
- Vertical has secured U.S. distribution rights for 'The Magic Faraway Tree,' a Neal Street and Elysian Film Group production.
- The film, featuring Andrew Garfield and Claire Foy, achieved a near $11 million box office in the UK within 11 days of release.
- U.S. audiences can expect a theatrical release for 'The Magic Faraway Tree' on August 21st.
Vertical has acquired the U.S. distribution rights for the fantasy-adventure film 'The Magic Faraway Tree,' starring Andrew Garfield and Claire Foy, following its strong performance at the UK box office where it grossed nearly $11 million in 11 days. The film is slated for a theatrical release in the U.S. on August 21st, indicating a post-pandemic confidence in family-oriented theatrical releases.
