Anna Kendrick fills the heart of fans with sheer excitement as Netflix gets its hand on the film she has directed.

Netflix Pays a Whopping 5-Figure Sum for Anna Kendrick’s Debut Directorial Project, Leaving Fans All Eager

Anna Kendrick is arguably one of the most versatile actresses in Hollywood. She
has established her name in show business, garnering an impressive range of
roles in movies and shows. From Pitch Perfect to A Simple Favor, she has
seamlessly transitioned between drama and comedy genres. In addition, the
actress also excels remarkably in singing and dancing which often makes fans
swoon over her. Now this multi-hyphenate has added another title to her long
resume and Netflix is paying a huge amount to get her project.

Discussing Film recently revealed on Twitter, now X, Anna Kendrick has made her
directorial debut with Woman of the Hour. The streaming giant has bought the
rights to release it for 11 million. The film is based on a true story and
revolves around a woman who finds herself a date in The Dating Game. But this
romance saga soon turns into a nightmare when she gets to know the man is a
serial killer.

> Anna Kendrick’s directorial debut ‘WOMAN OF THE HOUR’ has been acquired by
> Netflix for $11M.
> 
> The film follows the true story of a woman who won a date on The Dating Game
> with a man who turned out to be a notorious serial killer.
> pic.twitter.com/pbnoqzKff0 [https://t.co/pbnoqzKff0]
> 
> — DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) September 11, 2023
> [https://twitter.com/DiscussingFilm/status/1701378120559767560?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



The movie has made a splashing debut on Rotten Tomatoes receiving a 100% rating
with several critics lauding the film. New York Post noted, “Hollywood loves
nothing more than a true-crime story about a serial killer”. They also gushed
over the 38-year-old that she has made a monumental feat in this genre with this
film.

ALSO READ: Amidst ‘The Nun II’ Frenzy, Paco Plaza Brings the Prequel to His
$6,123,089 Earner ‘Veronica’ to Netflix
[https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-amidst-the-nun-two-frenzy-paco-plaza-brings-the-prequel-to-his-six-million-one-hundred-twnety-three-thousan-eighty-nine-dollars-earner-veronica-to-netflix/]

People will feel surprised that Netflix has battled to get the rights because it
had received many offers sources told Variety
[https://variety.com/2023/film/markets-festivals/anna-kendrick-serial-killer-movie-woman-of-the-hour-netflix-tiff-deal-1235720403/].
As of now, the release date of the film has not been confirmed, but fans are
already gearing up for its arrival.


FANS PREPARE FOR THE DEBUT OF ANNA KENDRICK ON NETFLIX

The revelation of this news on the internet has left fans unrested, and they are
excited to watch what Anna Kendrick has created this time. Many have already
decided to watch the film when it arrives on the platform because they are aware
of the talent this actress possesses.

> Great pick-up from Netflix, can't wait to check this out
> 
> — FPL Marcin (@FPLMarcin) September 11, 2023
> [https://twitter.com/FPLMarcin/status/1701378932916826449?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



> Excited for this
> 
> — Daniel (@dancfc_1) September 11, 2023
> [https://twitter.com/dancfc_1/status/1701378230207295634?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



> Plot sounds interesting!
> 
> — Alpaca Tech😎 (@AlpacaAlpacaAl1) September 11, 2023
> [https://twitter.com/AlpacaAlpacaAl1/status/1701378264160252067?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



Many fans are asking if the American actress herself has a role in the movie
considering they have not seen her on screen for some time now.

> I know that brown hair anywhere, she’s staring in it too?! WE WON.
> 
> — €ĐĐ¥ (@aquaondeck) September 11, 2023
> [https://twitter.com/aquaondeck/status/1701378358951678293?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



> Feel like I haven’t seen her in a movie in forever
> 
> — Race Wood (@TheRealRaceWood) September 11, 2023
> [https://twitter.com/TheRealRaceWood/status/1701381700503183391?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



> When will this be on Netflix?
> 
> I hope it will be this year!
> 
> — Rem (@OnAirRem) September 11, 2023
> [https://twitter.com/OnAirRem/status/1701379194402267192?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw]



Looking at the excitement this project has already created among fans, it might
turn out profitable for Netflix. Just like the live adaptation of One Piece
[https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-we-shall-see-fans-happiness-means-no-bounds-as-netflixs-new-gem-one-piece-gets-updates-for-season-2/]
did for the streamer.

ALSO READ: Netflix’s ‘One Piece’ Deviated From the Anime in This One Scene
Involving Kuina in Zoro’s Backstory
[https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-netflix-one-piece-deviated-from-the-anime-in-this-one-scene-involving-kuina-in-zoros-backstory/]

Will you be watching Anna Kendrick’s new film? Let us know your views in the
comment box!

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Anna Kendrick is arguably one of the most versatile actresses in Hollywood. She has established her name in show business, garnering an impressive range of roles in movies and shows. From Pitch Perfect to A Simple Favor, she has seamlessly transitioned between drama and comedy genres. In addition, the actress also excels remarkably in singing and dancing which often makes fans swoon over her. Now this multi-hyphenate has added another title to her long resume and Netflix is paying a huge amount to get her project.
Discussing Film recently revealed on Twitter, now X, Anna Kendrick has made her directorial debut with Woman of the Hour. The streaming giant has bought the rights to release it for 11 million. The film is based on a true story and revolves around a woman who finds herself a date in The Dating Game. But this romance saga soon turns into a nightmare when she gets to know the man is a serial killer.
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Anna Kendrick’s directorial debut ‘WOMAN OF THE HOUR’ has been acquired by Netflix for $11M.
The film follows the true story of a woman who won a date on The Dating Game with a man who turned out to be a notorious serial killer. <a href="https://t.co/pbnoqzKff0">pic.twitter.com/pbnoqzKff0</a>
&mdash; DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) <a href="https://twitter.com/DiscussingFilm/status/1701378120559767560?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 11, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
The movie has made a splashing debut on Rotten Tomatoes receiving a 100% rating with several critics lauding the film. New York Post noted, &#8220;Hollywood loves nothing more than a true-crime story about a serial killer&#8221;. They also gushed over the 38-year-old that she has made a monumental feat in this genre with this film.
ALSO READ: <a class="jsx-555d36b3e6439572 article-embed-title" href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-amidst-the-nun-two-frenzy-paco-plaza-brings-the-prequel-to-his-six-million-one-hundred-twnety-three-thousan-eighty-nine-dollars-earner-veronica-to-netflix/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Amidst ‘The Nun II’ Frenzy, Paco Plaza Brings the Prequel to His $6,123,089 Earner ‘Veronica’ to Netflix</a>
People will feel surprised that Netflix has battled to get the rights because it had received many offers <a href="https://variety.com/2023/film/markets-festivals/anna-kendrick-serial-killer-movie-woman-of-the-hour-netflix-tiff-deal-1235720403/">sources told Variety</a>. As of now, the release date of the film has not been confirmed, but fans are already gearing up for its arrival.
<h2>Fans prepare for the debut of Anna Kendrick on Netflix</h2>
The revelation of this news on the internet has left fans unrested, and they are excited to watch what Anna Kendrick has created this time. Many have already decided to watch the film when it arrives on the platform because they are aware of the talent this actress possesses.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
Great pick-up from Netflix, can&#39;t wait to check this out
&mdash; FPL Marcin (@FPLMarcin) <a href="https://twitter.com/FPLMarcin/status/1701378932916826449?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 11, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
Excited for this
&mdash; Daniel (@dancfc_1) <a href="https://twitter.com/dancfc_1/status/1701378230207295634?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 11, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
Plot sounds interesting!
&mdash; Alpaca Tech😎 (@AlpacaAlpacaAl1) <a href="https://twitter.com/AlpacaAlpacaAl1/status/1701378264160252067?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 11, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
Many fans are asking if the American actress herself has a role in the movie considering they have not seen her on screen for some time now.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
I know that brown hair anywhere, she’s staring in it too?! WE WON.
&mdash; €ĐĐ¥ (@aquaondeck) <a href="https://twitter.com/aquaondeck/status/1701378358951678293?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 11, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
Feel like I haven’t seen her in a movie in forever
&mdash; Race Wood (@TheRealRaceWood) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheRealRaceWood/status/1701381700503183391?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 11, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true">
When will this be on Netflix?
I hope it will be this year!
&mdash; Rem (@OnAirRem) <a href="https://twitter.com/OnAirRem/status/1701379194402267192?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 11, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
Looking at the excitement this project has already created among fans, it might turn out profitable for Netflix. Just like <a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-we-shall-see-fans-happiness-means-no-bounds-as-netflixs-new-gem-one-piece-gets-updates-for-season-2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the live adaptation of One Piece</a> did for the streamer.
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Will you be watching Anna Kendrick&#8217;s new film? Let us know your views in the comment box!

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