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Black Bear
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1739 Berkeley Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Black Bear is a full-scale independent studio with a bespoke management arm, focused on producing, financing, and distributing premium content for a global audience. Black Bear releases films directly in the United States, United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada.
Founded in 2011 by Teddy Schwarzman, Black Bear is focused on the creation of original and engaging content, regardless of genre. To that end, Black Bear produces and finances original, award-winning film and television. We represent singular artists, providing guidance in all areas. We oversee the international sales, marketing and distribution of filmmaker-centric and commercially minded fare, and release films directly in the UK, Ireland and Canada.
Black Bear has offices in Santa Monica, CA and London, UK. Our sister company, Elevation Pictures, is based in Toronto, ON.
Release Calendar
Wife and Dog (2026)
October 23, 2026 | Wide
The relentless greed of the Fairbank family and their associates who fuel betrayal and murder in the battle for succession.
Spa Weekend (2026)
August 21, 2026 | Wide
Three friends go on a spa weekend that descends into chaos when their trainwreck friend joins, leading to hilarious consequences.
The Rivals of Amziah King (2026)
August 14, 2026 | Limited
Amziah King, beekeeper, musician, and anchor of his community, reunites with former foster daughter Kateri after many years apart, and fends off threats to his honey business.
Tuner (2026)
May 22, 2026 | Limited
A talented piano tuner's meticulous skills for tuning pianos lead him to discover an unexpected aptitude for cracking safes, turning his life upside down.
In the Grey (2026)
May 15, 2026 | Wide
Revolves around two extraction specialists who have to designate a route of escape for a senior female negotiator.
