Magenta Light Studios
| Type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | |
| Founded | March 8, 2024 |
| Founder | Bob Yari |
| Headquarters | , United States |
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| Website | magentalightstudios |
Magenta Light Studios is an American motion picture distribution company.
History
In March 2024, it was reported that Bob Yari would be departing his role as co-CEO with producer Marvin Peart on WonderHill Studios to form Magenta Light Studios.[1] The goal of the company is to release 3 to 5 films per year theatrically.[1]
In January 2026, it was reported that Magenta Light Studios would launch a specialty label called Magenta Edge Films for art house and independent films with the first acquisition for the label being Appofeniacs.[2]
Filmography
Magenta Light Studios
| Release date | Title | Director | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 23, 2024 | Strange Darling | JT Mollner | [3] |
| June 20, 2025 | Bride Hard | Simon West | [4] |
| March 6, 2026 | Protector | Adrian Grünberg | [5] |
| April 17, 2026 | Fireflies at El Mozote | Ernesto Melara | [6] |
| May 1, 2026 | Deep Water | Renny Harlin | [7] |
| October 2, 2026 | California Schemin' | James McAvoy | [8] |
| December 4, 2026 | Flavia | Bharat Nalluri | [9] |
| 2027 | Lice | Jonathan Bensimon | [10] |
| TBA | Maserati: The Brothers | Robert Moresco | [11] |
| Summerhouse | Ed Kaplan | [12] | |
| Twilight of the Dead | Doron Paz and Yoav Paz | [13] |
Magenta Edge Films
| Release date | Title | Director | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| TBA | Appofeniacs | Chris Marrs Piliero | [2] |
References
- ^ a b Donnelly, Matt (March 8, 2024). "Bob Yari Departs Marvin Peart's WonderHill to Form New Distribution Label". Variety. Archived from the original on March 8, 2024. Retrieved January 29, 2026.
- ^ a b Turkeltaub, Payton (January 23, 2026). "Magenta Light Studios Launches New Label for Bold Indie Films; Acquires Fantastic Fest Breakout 'Appofeniacs' (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Archived from the original on January 23, 2026. Retrieved January 29, 2026.
- ^ Donnelly, Matt (March 26, 2024). "Fantastic Fest Horror Hit 'Strange Darling' Lands Wide Theatrical Release From New Bob Yari Venture (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Archived from the original on March 26, 2024. Retrieved January 30, 2026.
- ^ Donnelly, Matt (January 22, 2025). "Rebel Wilson's 'Bride Hard' Sets Release Date, Reveals First Look". Archived from the original on January 22, 2025. Retrieved January 30, 2026.
- ^ Wiseman, Andreas (January 9, 2026). "Bob Yari's Magenta Light Studios Sets Ten-Picture Production Deal With Korean-U.S. Outfit Aanaxion; Milla Jovovich Thriller First Up". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on January 9, 2026. Retrieved January 30, 2026.
- ^ Ntim, Zac (April 29, 2025). "'Fireflies At El Mozote:' Salvadoran Civil War Drama Starring Paz Vega Lands North American Distribution Deal". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved March 11, 2026.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (February 5, 2025). "Magenta Light Studios Acquires Renny Harlin's Thriller 'Deep Water' Starring Aaron Eckhart & Ben Kingsley". Deadline. Archived from the original on February 7, 2025. Retrieved June 5, 2025.
- ^ Lewis, Hilary (10 March 2026). "James McAvoy's Feature Directorial Debut 'California Schemin'' Acquired by Bob Yari's Magenta Light Studios". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 11 March 2026.
- ^ Wiseman, Andreas (2026-06-04). "Family Pic 'Flavia', Starring Molly Belle Wright & Martin Freeman, Gets Domestic & Host Of International Deals Via Bob Yari's Magenta Light". Deadline. Retrieved 2026-06-04.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (May 8, 2026). "Emile Hirsch, Justin Long & Kevin Connolly Pic 'Lice' Acquired By Bob Yari's Magenta Light Studios – Cannes". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 9, 2026.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (2025-06-05). "Magenta Light Studios Acquires 'Maserati: The Brothers' Starring Anthony Hopkins, Andy Garcia, Al Pacino & More". Deadline. Retrieved 2026-04-23.
- ^ Donnelly, Matt (2024-05-15). "Malcolm McDowell, Jacob Ward to Lead Vietnam Draft Drama 'Summerhouse', Magenta Light Studios Launching Sales at Cannes (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 2026-04-23.
- ^ Wiseman, Andreas (May 14, 2026). "Kate Beckinsale To Star In 'Twilight Of The Dead' Movie; North American Deal In The Bag — Cannes Market". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 19, 2026.