Brief
Black Bear acquires rights to Honeymoon / Funeral rom‑com
The film, directed by Nahnatchka Khan and written by Julia Bicknell, wrapped in London last month and is now in post‑production.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Black Bear announced it has acquired the North American rights to “Honeymoon / Funeral,” a romantic comedy starring Rebecca Ferguson, Greta Lee and Carrie Coon.
What happened
The film was first presented at the inaugural Toronto: The Market by FilmNation. Production wrapped in London in September 2026 and the picture is now in post‑production.
What the reports add
Variety noted that the movie was shopped out of the newly created film market at the Toronto International Film Festival, while The Hollywood Reporter specified that the market was the inaugural “Toronto: The Market” organized by FilmNation. Both outlets identify Nahnatchka Khan as director and Julia Bicknell as screenwriter. Variety mentions that MRC financed and oversaw production and that FilmNation serves as worldwide sales agent; the Hollywood Reporter repeats the same details.
What was said
Katie Anderson, Black Bear’s executive vice‑president of acquisitions, said, “‘Honeymoon / Funeral’ is an original and hilarious story that is deeply human, anchored by the performances of Rebecca, Greta and Carrie, three of the best actresses working today,” a statement reported by both Variety and The Hollywood Reporter.
How it came about
The project was developed by MRC and FilmNation, with Khan and Jennifer Carreras producing under the Fierce Baby banner and Bicknell also serving as producer. Black Bear will partner with MRC and FilmNation to distribute the film in North America. Earlier Felo coverage of Greta Lee’s work includes a profile of the actress’s recent projects, linking her involvement in this rom‑com to her rising profile in the industry.
Key facts
- Black Bear acquired North American rights to "Honeymoon / Funeral". (variety.com)
- The film stars Rebecca Ferguson, Greta Lee and Carrie Coon. (variety.com)
- Director Nahnatchka Khan and writer Julia Bicknell are attached to the project. (hollywoodreporter.com)
- Production wrapped in London in September 2026 and the film is now in post‑production. (hollywoodreporter.com)
- Katie Anderson, Black Bear EVP of Acquisitions, praised the film in a statement. (variety.com)
Sources
- [1] variety.com
- [2] hollywoodreporter.com
