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AGC Fully Finances Renée ZellwegerDavid Yates Thriller 'Phantom Son' With AFM Sales Launch

The actor‑originated project targets a Q1 2026 shoot after development under Zellweger’s Big Picture Co.

Overview

  • Renée Zellweger is set to star in Phantom Son, a psychological thriller to be directed by David Yates from an original screenplay by Ian Scott McCullough.
  • AGC Studios will finance and co‑produce the film, with AGC International and CAA Media Finance co‑representing worldwide rights for a sales launch at the American Film Market next week.
  • The project was originated and developed by Zellweger and Carmella Casinelli under their Big Picture Co. banner.
  • The story centers on a runaway taken in by Audrey, played by Zellweger, whose belief that he is her long‑missing son sets off a tense psychological game.
  • Casting is underway with production planned to begin in early 2026, and no distribution deals or filming locations have been announced.