Netflix Sets Its Longest Theatrical Window Ever for Oscar Hopeful ‘La Bola Negra,’ Moving Up Release Date

Netflix has changed the release date for its Spanish-language film "La Bola Negra". The film, directed by Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi, was originally set to open in theaters on November 6. It will now be released in US theaters on October 16.

The film will not be available on streaming until December 2, marking the longest theatrical exclusivity window in Netflix's history, at over 45 days. According to Variety, the original streaming date was set for December 4, but this has been revised.

"La Bola Negra" tells the story of three generations of men connected through desire, pain, and love, spanning nearly a century of Spanish history. The film, acquired by Netflix at the Cannes Film Festival, won Best Director at the festival for Calvo and Ambrossi, who also produced and co-wrote the film.

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