Wet Acquired by Lionsgate: Starring Connor Storrie, Rebecca Ferguson and Odessa A’zion, Film Heads to Production in 2027

Lionsgate Takes Distribution Rights

Lionsgate will distribute Wet in North America and the U.K. The film is directed by Alma Har’el, whose credits include Honey Boy and Lady in the Lake. Fifth Season and 193, a Legendary Company, are producing the project. Production is scheduled to start in the Dominican Republic in 2027.

Ensemble Cast Announced

Connor Storrie, Rebecca Ferguson, Odessa A’zion, Javier Bardem, Rosalía and Lukas Haas are set to appear in the film. Their previous work includes Heated Rivalry, Dune, Marty Supreme, Biutiful, Euphoria and Spider-Noir.

Filmmakers And Studio Respond

Har’el said she was grateful that Lionsgate had embraced the project and expressed excitement about bringing the actors together. She described the film as one that “refuses to behave,” according to her statement.

Lionsgate Motion Picture Group chair Adam Fogelson praised the screenplay and project package. He said the studio was eager to work with the cast and crew, with Har’el directing.

Production And Deal Details

Har’el, Christopher Leggett and Riva Marker are producing for Linden Entertainment. Christopher Slager and Graham Taylor are executive producing, alongside Patrick Wachsberger and Ashley Stern for 193. Lionsgate’s Scott O’Brien and MaryGrace Stephenson are overseeing the project, while Jordan Backhus is handling creative oversight for Fifth Season. Christopher Davis and Lauren Bixby negotiated for Lionsgate; WME Independent, 193 and BALA represented the filmmakers.