Archive · 1 Oct 2025
Searchlight Pictures Acquires 'The Testament of Ann Lee'
The movie 'The Testament of Ann Lee', starring Amanda Seyfried, has been bought by Searchlight Pictures.
The film is about Ann Lee, who started the Shakers, a religious group known for their enthusiastic worship in the late 1700s.
It was well-received at the Venice Film Festival, with praise for Seyfried's performance.
The film is set to be released in theaters later this year, with the hope that Seyfried may be nominated for an Oscar.
The movie was directed by Mona Fastvold, with the score from Daniel Blumberg.
Searchlight Pictures acquired 'The Testament of Ann Lee' for North America and other regions.
Amanda Seyfried stars as Ann Lee, founder of the Shakers.
Mona Fastvold directed the film.
The film had its debut at the Venice Film Festival.
A theatrical release is planned for later this year.
- Who
- Searchlight Pictures, Mona Fastvold, Amanda Seyfried
- What
- Acquired the film 'The Testament of Ann Lee'
- When
- The acquisition was recently announced; theatrical release planned for later this year.
- Where
- North America and most of the world
- Why
- To distribute the film theatrically.
- Film Title
- The Testament of Ann Lee
- Studio
- Searchlight Pictures
- Lead Actress
- Amanda Seyfried
- Director
- Mona Fastvold
- Subject
- Ann Lee, founder of the Shakers
- Budget
- $10-$11 million (approximate)
- Release
- Theatrical release planned for later this year