Vertigo Releasing has acquired U.K. and Ireland distribution rights to 'Next Life,' a romantic drama starring Emilia Clarke as an aspiring jazz singer. The deal was announced exclusively by Variety on June 1, 2026. The film's plot and release date have not yet been disclosed.
vertigo releasing picked up uk/ireland rights to 'next life,' the emilia clarke rom-drama where she plays a jazz singer. no release date yet.
The story is coherent, specific, and culturally relevant to film/TV, filling a coverage gap in that category (only 10 out of 75 stories). The single source (Variety) is strong, but the confidence is unverified due to only one source.
This acquisition signals continued interest in theatrical distribution for mid-budget romantic dramas, a genre that has struggled in the streaming era. Emilia Clarke's star power, combined with Vertigo's track record, could make 'Next Life' a sleeper hit in the U.K. market.
mid-budget rom-dramas are rare in theaters these days. emilia clarke + a jazz singer role might be enough to pull people in.
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