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Billy Magnussen, Lulu Wilson Set for Joe Lynch’s Horror Comedy ‘Buzzkill’ as AFM Sales Launch

Sales launch with a sizzle reel as producers court buyers for a planned early-2026 shoot in Texas.

Overview

  • Joe Lynch directs from a screenplay by Colin McLaughlin.
  • The story centers on a small Texas town stalked by a creature only the intoxicated can see that feeds on victims’ blood alcohol content.
  • Billy Magnussen stars as Sheriff Red, a recovering alcoholic, with Lulu Wilson as his vengeful sister, Lydia.
  • Sales are launching at AFM, with AC Independent handling U.S. rights alongside UTA Independent Film Group and The Veterans managing international, supported by a sizzle reel and script.
  • Bad Grey and Anonymous Content are producing, with Magnussen also on board as a producer via HappyBad Bungalow ahead of a planned early-2026 shoot in Texas.