Magenta Light Studios Sets 'Chasing Summer' for Cinemas on April 16, 2027
Magenta Light Studios has picked up the cinema rights to the romantic comedy 'Chasing Summer' for the United States and Canada, and the film is set to open on April 16, 2027. The deal was reported today, 11 November 2026, by The Hollywood Reporter. Theatrical rights are the permission to show a film in cinemas in a particular territory, and they are what a studio needs before it can book screens.
The film is written by and stars Iliza Shlesinger, the comedian and actor. It is a Josephine Decker film. Shlesinger's co-stars include Tom Welling, Megan Mullally, Lola Tung and Garrett Wareing. The cast also includes Cassidy Freeman, Aimee Garcia, Jeff Perry and David Castañeda.
Before reaching cinemas, the film had two stops on the festival circuit. It had its world premiere at Sundance, the film festival in Utah, and it also screened at SXSW, the festival held in Austin, Texas. Festivals like these show films to audiences and to buyers, and many deals are made in the audience rooms and hallways.
Magenta Light Studios is led by Bob Yari. The company's website lists several other titles in its slate. It shows 'California Schemin'' as now playing in theatres. It lists 'Flavia: Girl Detective' for theatrical release on December 4, and 'Hurricanna' for January 8. 'Kratom: Side Effects May Include' is listed as now on digital, meaning it is available to rent or buy online. 'Lice', 'The King of the Internet' and 'Maserati: The Brothers' are listed as coming soon.
Spring is a busy stretch for romantic comedies, and April 16 gives the film a clear slot on the calendar. The studio's list shows it has several films in cinemas and in the pipeline across the next few months, with 'Chasing Summer' now joining that run for 2027.
