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Lionsgate Secures Rights for 'A Head Full of Ghosts'

2/6/2026

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Summary

Lionsgate Acquires Distribution

Lionsgate, the film studio, has secured worldwide distribution rights for A Head Full of Ghosts.
Filming for A Head Full of Ghosts begins in March.
Paul Tremblay's novel serves as the basis for the film and features David Harbour, Rebecca Hall, and Esmé Creed-Miles.
Veronika Franz and Severin Fiala direct the film, marking their first major American studio project.
Lionsgate plans to debut the film at the European Film Market.

History

Historical Context

The 2010 release of "The Babadook," directed by Jennifer Kent, marked a resurgence in psychological horror, grossing over $10 million worldwide. This success highlighted a growing audience demand for innovative storytelling in the genre. Following this trend, directors Veronika Franz and Severin Fiala adapted Paul Tremblay's "A Head Full of Ghosts," further bridging independent horror with mainstream cinema.

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Lionsgate Acquires Distribution

Lionsgate, the film studio, has secured worldwide distribution rights for A Head Full of Ghosts.
Filming for A Head Full of Ghosts begins in March.
Paul Tremblay's novel serves as the basis for the film and features David Harbour, Rebecca Hall, and Esmé Creed-Miles.
Veronika Franz and Severin Fiala direct the film, marking their first major American studio project.
Lionsgate plans to debut the film at the European Film Market.

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