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Vertical Secures Rights to Highly-Rated 'The Weight' Starring Hawke and Crowe

3/20/2026

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Vertical has acquired North American rights to The Weight, starring Ethan Hawke and Russell Crowe, with a September 18 release.
Padraic McKinley directs The Weight, with Simon Fields and Nathan Fields producing, detailing Samuel's betrayal and danger as he reunites with his daughter.
The Weight earned a 94% rating after Sundance and was shown at the Berlin International Film Festival, with financing by CAA Media Finance and WME Independent.

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Story summary

Vertical has acquired North American rights to The Weight, starring Ethan Hawke and Russell Crowe, with a September 18 release.
Padraic McKinley directs The Weight, with Simon Fields and Nathan Fields producing, detailing Samuel's betrayal and danger as he reunites with his daughter.
The Weight earned a 94% rating after Sundance and was shown at the Berlin International Film Festival, with financing by CAA Media Finance and WME Independent.