“Wonder Woman 1984” will play in cinemas in the U.K.
for just one month from Dec.
16 before potentially getting a premium video-on-demand (PVOD) release on Sky, Variety can reveal.It’s understood that the deal between Warner Bros.
and Comcast-backed pay-tv operator Sky isn’t yet complete and exact terms are still being hammered out, but discussions are in advanced stages.
While the blockbuster sequel starring Gal Gadot won’t appear in theaters and on the movie service day and date, the move signifies unprecedented flexibility on the part of the country’s exhibitors.Sources indicate that the Wednesday, Dec.
16 theatrical release date for “Wonder Woman 1984” first mooted by Warners last week in its international release plan has now been confirmed with local exhibitors.
Meanwhile, it’s believed that “Wonder Woman 1984” could drop on Sky as early as one month after the movie hits theaters, though this isn’t yet confirmed.
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