Jordan Firstman’s ‘Club Kid’ Draws A24, Netflix, Searchlight, Focus and Mubi in Cannes Bidding War
Jordan Firstman's film 'Club Kid' has sparked a bidding war among major studios at the Cannes Film Festival. The dramedy received a six-minute standing ovation during its premiere, showcasing its positive reception. The film follows a party promoter who unexpectedly becomes a father, highlighting themes of parenting and unconventional lifestyles.
- ▪A24, Netflix, Focus Features, Searchlight Pictures, and MUBI are all interested in acquiring 'Club Kid'.
- ▪The film is Firstman's directorial debut and stars Cara Delevingne and Diego Calva.
- ▪It received a six-minute standing ovation at its Cannes premiere.
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Home > Creative Content > Movies Jordan Firstman’s ‘Club Kid’ Draws A24, Netflix, Searchlight, Focus and Mubi in Cannes Bidding War The buzzy Un Certain Regard dramedy earned a six-minute standing ovation after its premiere and left the “I Love LA” star visibly moved Umberto Gonzalez May 16, 2026 @ 10:59 AM Share on Social Media Share on Facebook Share on X (formerly Twitter) Share on LinkedIn Share on Email "Club Kid" (Cannes Film Festival) Jordan Firstman’s “Club Kid” has ignited a bidding war at the Cannes Film Festival, with A24, Netflix, Focus Features, Searchlight Pictures and MUBI all circling the buzzy Un Certain Regard dramedy following its world premiere, TheWrap has learned.
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