Black Bear has secured North American rights to the romantic comedy 'Honeymoon / Funeral,' starring Rebecca Ferguson, Greta Lee, and Carrie Coon.
Key facts
- •The film stars Rebecca Ferguson, Greta Lee, and Carrie Coon.
- •Production for the movie concluded in London in September 2026.
- •The screenplay was written by Julia Bicknell, with Nahnatchka Khan serving as director.
- •The project was shopped at the newly created Toronto International Film Festival market.
- •FilmNation Entertainment represented the film as its worldwide sales agent.
Black Bear has acquired the domestic rights to the romantic comedy 'Honeymoon / Funeral,' a project financed and overseen by MRC. The film, which features Rebecca Ferguson, Greta Lee, and Carrie Coon, was shopped at the inaugural Toronto: The Market. Production for the movie wrapped in London in September 2026, and the film is currently in post-production.
Plot and Production Details
Directed by Nahnatchka Khan, the film follows two women who meet on a flight from Los Angeles to London. One character is traveling alone to her honeymoon after being left at the altar by her girlfriend, while the other is returning home for her mother's funeral. The two travelers end up spending the week together. Carrie Coon plays the role of Sarah, the ex-fiancée of the character portrayed by Greta Lee. The film was written by Julia Bicknell, who also serves as a producer alongside Khan and Jennifer Carreras under the Fierce Baby banner. FilmNation Entertainment acted as the worldwide sales agent for the project.
Black Bear's Acquisition Strategy
Katie Anderson, Black Bear’s executive vice president of acquisitions, described the project as an original and human story anchored by its lead performances. The acquisition adds to Black Bear's upcoming release slate, which also includes 'Wicker' starring Olivia Colman, Alexander Skarsgård, and Peter Dinklage, as well as Guy Ritchie’s 'Wife & Dog'.
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