Overview
- Netflix acquired global rights outside France to the animated feature In Waves after a competitive bidding war at the Cannes Film Festival.
- The Critics’ Week opener, directed by Phuong Mai Nguyen and adapted from AJ Dungo’s 2019 graphic memoir, drew strong reviews and quickly became a breakout title.
- Trade outlets report a mid–seven-figure price, with Anonymous Content, CAA Media Finance and Charades negotiating the deal on behalf of the filmmakers.
- The French/Belgian Silex Films production features voice performances by Stephanie Hsu and Will Sharpe, with Diaphana distributing in France and Charades handling international sales.
- Netflix has not announced a release date, and industry coverage suggests a possible Best Animated Feature awards push that remains unconfirmed.