U.S. Distribution Deal Secured for Psychological Thriller 'Sender' Starring Jamie Lee Curtis and Britt Lower
Dark Sky Films has acquired U.S. distribution rights to the psychological thriller 'Sender', directed by Russell Goldman. The film features an ensemble cast including Britt Lower, Rhea Seehorn, Anna Baryshnikov, David Dastmalchian, Utkarsh Ambudkar, and Jamie Lee Curtis, who also produces. It will hit theaters nationwide in spring 2027 following its festival run.
Dark Sky Films has secured the U.S. theatrical release for Russell Goldman's psychological thriller, which follows its competitive premiere at SXSW. The distributor plans a nationwide rollout in spring 2027, positioning the film for a wide audience after its festival circuit exposure. The ensemble cast features Britt Lower alongside Rhea Seehorn, Anna Baryshnikov, David Dastmalchian, Utkarsh Ambudkar, and Jamie Lee Curtis, who also serves as a producer on the project.
The film's festival trajectory includes an upcoming Los Angeles screening at Beyond Fest and a European showcase at Sitges. Additional recognition came from the San Francisco International Film Festival, where it was selected as a Marquee Presentation, plus jury prizes for Best Feature at both the Sidewalk and Chattanooga film festivals. Early critical reception has drawn comparisons to the twisted tone of "Severance," which also stars Lower.
This acquisition could signal continued audience appetite for elevated psychological thrillers with recognizable ensemble casts. The film's festival accolades may generate early word-of-mouth that carries into its 2027 theatrical release, potentially benefiting independent distributors seeking commercial crossover appeal. For viewers, the pairing of Curtis and Lower could draw both legacy horror fans and newer audiences familiar with Lower's television work, possibly expanding the film's demographic reach beyond typical genre enthusiasts.