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Universal Pictures and Blumhouse Atomic Monster Closing Huge Deal for Joshua Giuliano’s Slasher Film ‘River’

Universal and Blumhouse's $10M‑plus acquisition of slasher ‘River’ promises a major theatrical push for the Jane Levy‑Jessica Rothe thriller.

By · Published September 14, 2026 at 21:28 UTC · Updated September 14, 2026 at 21:28 UTC

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  3. Peak measured velocity The recorded velocity reached 14.
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Source diversity sample: iHorror · Dread Central · TheWrap · Deadline · IndieWire.

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Quick answers

Which studios completed the acquisition of ‘River’?

Universal Pictures and Blumhouse Atomic Monster are the studios that finalized the purchase.

What is the reported financial scope of the deal?

Coverage indicates the transaction is valued at more than $10 million.

Who are the leading actors in the film?

The slasher stars Jane Levy and Jessica Rothe.

The brief

⚡ Executive Intelligence Takeaways Corroborated across 5 independent newsrooms
  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 14.
  • Primary Driver: Universal and Blumhouse's $10M‑plus acquisition of slasher ‘River’ promises a major theatrical push for the Jane Levy‑Jessica Rothe thriller.
  • Source Integrity: Verified strictly against primary headline reporting under zero-hallucination protocols.

The deal guarantees the film a wide theatrical rollout and future streaming placement, turning a niche midnight‑madness entry into a mainstream franchise prospect. The film originated in IFC’s Midnight Madness slate at the Toronto International Film Festival, where it attracted attention for its star lineup of Jane Levy and Jessica Rothe.

Coverage from IndieWire confirmed the closing of the deal, while Deadline reported a price tag exceeding $10 million. The next step is unclear: Universal and Blumhouse have yet to disclose exact release dates, theatrical windows, or streaming schedules.

Observers will watch for official rollout plans, which will determine how the film reaches audiences across cinemas and platforms.

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Universal Pictures Blumhouse River Jane Levy Jessica Rothe

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