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Apple Acquires Rights to Jason Segel's Thriller 'Sponsor'

10/23/2025

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Apple has acquired global rights to Sponsor, the psychological thriller starring Jason Segel (actor) and directed by James Ponsoldt (director).
The film is co-written by Segel and Ponsoldt.
The plot follows Peter, who faces a choice between prison and a recovery program after a drunk-driving accident.
He meets Jerry, a charismatic figure he believes can help him.
The film is in early production with no release date announced.

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Story summary

Apple has acquired global rights to Sponsor, the psychological thriller starring Jason Segel (actor) and directed by James Ponsoldt (director).
The film is co-written by Segel and Ponsoldt.
The plot follows Peter, who faces a choice between prison and a recovery program after a drunk-driving accident.
He meets Jerry, a charismatic figure he believes can help him.
The film is in early production with no release date announced.