Major Studios Pass on Luca Guadagnino's 'Artificial'
Originally published Jun 21, 2026
By Elskes · Variety
AI-generated summary based on Variety · Aggregated by Filmarian · Human-reviewed and approved on Jun 21, 2026
Key points
- Focus Features, Clockwork, A24, and Netflix have all passed on acquiring Luca Guadagnino's 'Artificial'.
- Amazon MGM Studios abruptly dropped the film, leaving it without a major distributor.
- Mubi is currently circling the project as a potential buyer.
- The film, involving Sam Altman, is nearly completed but remains without a confirmed acquisition.
- The passing of major studios underscores the challenges of securing distribution for high-profile films.
Several major studios and streaming platforms have reportedly passed on acquiring Luca Guadagnino's upcoming film 'Artificial' following Amazon MGM Studios' abrupt withdrawal. Sources indicate that Focus Features, Warner Bros.' Clockwork, A24, and Netflix have all stepped away from the project. The film, which involves Sam Altman and is nearly completed, remains in active consideration by other buyers, including Mubi. The decision by these studios highlights the ongoing challenges of securing financing and distribution for high-profile projects in a competitive market.
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