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  "id": 3346444,
  "title": "Seth Rogen and Anna Kendrick Comedy ‘Babies’ Lands at Roadside and Vertical Ahead of TIFF Debut",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/seth-rogen-and-anna-kendrick-comedy-babies-lands-at-roadside-and",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-25T20:49:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TheWrap",
    "slug": "thewrap",
    "url": "https://www.thewrap.com/industry-news/business/roadside-attractions-and-vertical-acquire-babies/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Seth Rogen and Anna Kendrick's upcoming comedy \"Babies\" has secured U.S. domestic distribution rights with Roadside Attractions and Vertical, ahead of its Toronto International Film Festival premiere. Directed by Lauren Miller Rogen, the film also stars Issa Rae, Dan Stevens, Kate Berlant, Zach Cherry, Ed Helms, Ashley Park, Sharon Stone, and David Strathairn. The story follows a couple contemplating parenthood amidst their friends with children, dealing with the pressure and complexities of modern adulthood. Miller Rogen expressed gratitude to Roadside and Vertical for their support in bringing the film to theaters. Both companies praised the movie's relevance and relatability, highlighting the ensemble cast's talent. Monarch Media and AGC Studios co-financed the project, alongside LYLAS Pictures. The distribution deal was secured by Roadside Attractions Co-President Howard Cohen and Vertical Chairman Rich Goldberg, with assistance from AGC's Anant Tamirisa.",
  "summary": "The Lauren Miller Rogen-directed film will be released theatrically in 2027 The post Seth Rogen and Anna Kendrick Comedy ‘Babies’ Lands at Roadside and Vertical Ahead of TIFF Debut appeared first on TheWrap .",
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      {
        "outlet": "Deadline",
        "title": "Roadside Attractions & Vertical Make First TIFF Acquisition This Year With Seth Rogen & Anna Kendrick Pic ‘Babies’",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/roadside-attractions-vertical-make-first-tiff-acquisition-this-year",
        "published": "2026-08-25T17:30:00.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}