Shudder Buys ‘The Ugly Stepsister’ Ahead of Sundance Premiere as Midnight Section Opener (EXCLUSIVE)
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variety.comElsa Keslassy International Correspondent Shudder, AMC Networks’ premium streaming service has bought “The Ugly Stepsister,” a sinister twist on the classic Cinderella story, ahead of the film’s world premiere at Sundance.
The movie, which is slated to open the Midnight Section in Park City, was picked up by Shudder for North American, U.K., and ANZ rights.
Memento International represents the film. “The Ugly Stepsister” marks the feature debut from Norwegian writer and director Emilie Blichfeldt.
It stars newcomer Lea Myren, along with Thea Sofie Loch Næss (“The Last Kingdom”) and Ane Dahl Torp (“The Wave”). Shudder will release the film in 2025. “The Ugly Stepsister” follows Elvira as she prepares to earn the prince’s affection at any cost.
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