The outlet notes that sources have said Sony Pictures Classics is formulating a plan to launch during this Oscar season.
The story centers on Laurel & Hardy, the world’s favorite comedy double act, who set out on a variety hall tour of Britain in 1953.
Sony Pictures Classics is nearing the first deal at the Toronto International Film Festival as they are close to acquiring Stan and Ollie from director John S. Baird for domestic distribution, Deadline has confirmed.
Stan and Ollie is a drama that follows the legendary comedy duo Laurel & Hardy during their 1953 variety hall tour of Britain which began with low attendance and eventually became a hit with old and new fans.