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Neon Acquires U.S. Rights to Jeff Nichols’ ‘King Snake’

FilmNation finances the Southern Gothic horror for global buyers.

Overview

  • Neon will release the film in theaters nationwide in the United States.
  • FilmNation fully financed the project and is managing international sales.
  • Principal photography is underway in Arkansas with Margaret Qualley, Drew Starkey and Michael Shannon starring.
  • The distribution deal was negotiated by Neon and FilmNation with Range Media Partners representing the filmmakers.
  • The story follows a young couple who inherit an Arkansas farm and confront real-world troubles and supernatural forces.