Neon, in partnership with Hulu, won a bidding war for the rights to the Lupita Nyong’o-led zombie comedy “Little Monsters” in a deal worth mid-seven figures, according to an individual with knowledge of the negotiations.
Australian writer-director Abe Forsythe’s film, which also stars Alexander England and Josh Gad, premiered Sunday in the midnight section of the Sundance Film Festival.
“Little Monsters” follows directionless Dave (Alexander England) who takes an opportunity to chaperone an upcoming school trip alongside the charming and enigmatic teacher, Miss Caroline (Lupita Nyong’o), in order to impress her.
What he wasn’t expecting was a zombie invasion, which unfolds after an experiment at a nearby military base goes awry.