Mubi Scoops Up North American Rights to Lukas Dhont’s ‘Coward’ at Cannes (EXCLUSIVE)
Mubi has acquired the North American rights to Lukas Dhont's film 'Coward' during the Cannes Film Festival. The film, which is a queer romantic drama set in WWI, received one of the longest standing ovations at the festival. This acquisition follows Mubi's previous purchase of Dhont's earlier works, including 'Close' and 'Girl.'
- ▪Mubi secured North American rights to 'Coward' at Cannes.
- ▪The film received a lengthy standing ovation during its screening.
- ▪'Coward' is set during WWI and follows a soldier named Pierre and his relationship with Francis.
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Home Film News May 23, 2026 5:00am PT Mubi Scoops Up North American Rights to Lukas Dhont’s ‘Coward’ at Cannes (EXCLUSIVE) By Elsa Keslassy Plus Icon Elsa Keslassy International Correspondent @elsakeslassy Latest Netflix Nears Deal on ‘La Bola Negra’ After Cannes Bidding War (EXCLUSIVE) 60 minutes ago ‘La Bola Negra,’ With Penélope Cruz, Sparks Multi-Studio Bidding War After Massive 16-Minute Standing Ovation in Cannes (EXCLUSIVE) 18 hours ago Cannes Directors’ Fortnight: Clio Barnard’s ‘I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning’ Wins People’s Choice Audience Award 2 days ago See All Courtesy of Aline Boyen - the Reunion Mubi has scooped up North American rights to Lukas Dhont’s “Coward” at the Cannes Film Festival, landing one of the buzzier titles in this year’s competition.
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