Hulu Acquires Rights to “Nutcrackers” in Eight-Figure Deal

Hulu has reportedly signed an eight-figure deal for the worldwide rights to David Gordon Green’s “Nutcrackers”, the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) opening night selection.

Acquisition Marks a Milestone

This marks the first major on-site acquisition of a TIFF world premiere and the second significant deal in Toronto, following A24’s acquisition of Brady Corbet’s Venice premiere “The Brutalist”.

About the Film

“Nutcrackers” is a feel-good story about a workaholic played by Ben Stiller who suddenly finds himself tasked with taking care of his lively, orphaned nephews.

Credits

Rivulet Films fully financed and produced “Nutcrackers” with Rough House Pictures, shooting late last year in Ohio under a SAG-AFTRA interim agreement. Rob Paris, Mike Witherill, and Nate Meyer are the producers, with UTA Independent Film Group representing worldwide rights on behalf of the filmmakers.

TIFF Market Slows

This year’s TIFF has been slow on the US deal-making front, with activity typically taking a few days to pick up as buyers screen acquisition titles from the large selection pool. However, deals are expected to close in the coming days and weeks, with TIFF running through September 15.

Conclusion

In a major acquisition, Hulu has signed an eight-figure deal for the worldwide rights to David Gordon Green’s “Nutcrackers”, a feel-good story about a workaholic played by Ben Stiller. This marks a milestone for TIFF, the first major on-site acquisition of a world premiere, and signals a busy deal-making period in the coming days and weeks.

FAQs

When will “Nutcrackers” be released? Hulu is lining up a December holiday season release.

Who are the producers of “Nutcrackers”? Rob Paris, Mike Witherill, and Nate Meyer.

What does the eight-figure deal include? Worldwide rights to the film.