Universal and Spielberg's Amblin Sign Multi-Year Film Agreement
Steven Spielberg, founder of Amblin Entertainment, has agreed to partner with Universal in a multi-year film deal between Amblin and Universal.
UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. – Universal Pictures and Amblin Partners, a new company announced today by DreamWorks Studios, Participant Media, Reliance Entertainment and Entertainment One (eOne), will enter into a multi-year partnership in which Universal will market and distribute films produced by Amblin Partners domestically and in select international territories. Today’s announcement was made by Chairman, Universal Filmed Entertainment Group, Jeff Shell; Chairman, Universal Pictures, Donna Langley; Amblin Partners Founder, Steven Spielberg; and Participant Media Chairman, Jeff Skoll. "We couldn’t be more pleased to be back in business with Steven," commented Shell and Langley. "His iconic films have stood the test of time and are embraced by audiences around the world. We look forward to working with Steven and Amblin Partners as we build on 2015’s record-breaking year." Under terms of the agreement, Universal Pictures and Focus Features will handle distribution and marketing for approximately four to seven Amblin Partners films each year. The first title, The Girl on the Train, will be released in October 2016. "The same magnet that pulled me to Universal when I first wanted to make movies is bringing me home again to this new exciting relationship," said Spielberg. "It is my hope that we can make some more beautiful music together." Added NBCUniversal Vice Chairman, Ron Meyer: "Universal is and has always been Steven’s home. The longevity of my personal and professional relationship makes this especially rewarding and we are proud to continue our association with Steven and the quality films he produces." "Having a strategic distribution partner with the pedigree and depth of Universal allows our new venture to be poised for success right out of the gate," said Skoll. - See more at: http://www.nbcuniversal.com/press-release/universal-pictures-and-amblin-partners-announce-multi-year-film-partnership#sthash.QbPbNl8Q.dpuf
