STX Entertainment, Robert Simonds’ next-generation media company, Tencent Pictures, the fast-expanding film and television arm of China’s internet and social media giant Tencent, and Channing Tatum, Reid Carolin and Peter Kiernan’s Free Association production company have announced a partnership to co-produce a film adaptation of the mega-hit Zombie Brother, the top title on Tencent’s digital comics and animation platform.
Teamed alongside our gifted producers at Free Association, we look forward to bringing Zombie Brother as a uniquely fun and fresh film for the enjoyment of audiences everywhere,” added Edward Cheng, Vice President of Tencent and CEO of Tencent Pictures.
“We are thrilled to be joining forces with STX Entertainment on one of Tencent Animation and Comics’ excellent properties, Zombie Brother.
It’s a pleasure to welcome them to the Zombie Brother party,” said Peter Kiernan of Free Association.