Sundance 2026 Film Acquisitions Tracker: Distribution Deals Update
By
Brian Welk
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Summary
A tracking list of film distribution deals from the 2026 Sundance Film Festival. Of the 90+ films premiering, only about a dozen arrived with distribution already secured. The article tracks acquisitions as they happen, starting with Kino Lorber and Zeitgeist Films acquiring "How to Divorce During the War" from the World Dramatic section.
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Many will be looking for homes, but if this year is anything like last year, it may take some time for those sales to close.
We'll be tracking all of them as they come in.
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