‘Kill Jackie,’ Starring a Glamorous, Lethal Catherine Zeta-Jones, Acquired by Warner Bros. Discovery for HBO Max (EXCLUSIVE)
What's happening
Warner Bros. Discovery has acquired the revenge thriller 'Kill Jackie,' featuring Catherine Zeta-Jones in a glamorous, lethal role, for HBO Max across multiple European markets. The deal covers nine territories including the Nordic countries and Western Europe.
Who's involved
Warner Bros. Discovery, the streaming giant behind HBO Max, is acquiring the film. Catherine Zeta-Jones, an Oscar-winning actress known for roles in 'Chicago' and 'The Mask of Zorro,' stars as the central lethal character in the thriller.
Why it matters
This acquisition reinforces Warner Bros. Discovery's strategy of building premium content libraries in key European markets, particularly the lucrative Nordic streaming region. The deal demonstrates continued investment in theatrical-quality thriller content to compete with other streaming platforms in established markets.
More context
The Nordic and Western European markets represent some of HBO's most mature and profitable streaming regions, making this a strategic territorial focus. The film's acquisition across nine territories—spanning Scandinavia, France, Belgium, and the Iberian Peninsula—signals a coordinated European content rollout. Catherine Zeta-Jones's star power has historically drawn audiences across European markets. This type of exclusive regional acquisition reflects the broader streaming industry shift toward territorial deals rather than global simultaneous releases.