Magenta Light Studios
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Film distribution Film production |
| Founded | March 8, 2024 |
| Founder | Bob Yari |
| Headquarters | , United States |
| Services | Film distribution Film financing |
| Website | magentalightstudios |
Magenta Light Studios is an American motion picture distribution company.
History
In March 2024, it was reported that Bob Yari would be departing his role as co-CEO with producer Marvin Peart on WonderHill Studios to form Magenta Light Studios.[1] The goal of the company is to release 3-5 films per year theatrically.[1]
In January 2026, it was reported that Magenta Light Studios wouldn't launch a specialty label called Magenta Edge Films for art house and independent films with the first acquisition for the label being Appofeniacs.[2]
Filmography
Magenta Light Studios
| Release date | Title | Director | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 23, 2024 | Strange Darling | JT Mollner | [3] |
| June 20, 2025 | Bride Hard | Simon West | [4] |
| March 6, 2026 | Protector | Adrian Grünberg | [5] |
| May 1, 2026 | Deep Water | Renny Harlin | [6] |
Magenta Edge Films
| Release date | Title | Director | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| TBA | Appofeniacs | Chris Marrs Piliero | [2] |
References
- ^ a b "Bob Yari Departs Marvin Peart's WonderHill to Form New Distribution Label". Variety. March 8, 2024. Archived from the original on March 8, 2024. Retrieved January 29, 2026.
- ^ a b "Magenta Light Studios Launches New Label for Bold Indie Films; Acquires Fantastic Fest Breakout 'Appofeniacs' (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. January 23, 2026. Archived from the original on January 23, 2026. Retrieved January 29, 2026.
- ^ Donnelly, Matt (March 26, 2024). "Fantastic Fest Horror Hit 'Strange Darling' Lands Wide Theatrical Release From New Bob Yari Venture (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Archived from the original on March 26, 2024. Retrieved January 30, 2026.
- ^ Donnelly, Matt (January 22, 2025). "Rebel Wilson's 'Bride Hard' Sets Release Date, Reveals First Look". Archived from the original on January 22, 2025. Retrieved January 30, 2026.
- ^ Wiseman, Andreas (January 9, 2026). "Bob Yari's Magenta Light Studios Sets Ten-Picture Production Deal With Korean-U.S. Outfit Aanaxion; Milla Jovovich Thriller First Up". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on January 9, 2026. Retrieved January 30, 2026.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (February 5, 2025). "Magenta Light Studios Acquires Renny Harlin's Thriller 'Deep Water' Starring Aaron Eckhart & Ben Kingsley". Deadline. Archived from the original on February 7, 2025. Retrieved June 5, 2025.