Amazon MGM Takes French Distribution of Thomas Crown Affair
The film's French theatrical release on March 3, 2027 marks Amazon MGM's first territory office distribution handover from Sony in France.
Updated on Nov. 9, 2026 in Action/Adventure
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Amazon MGM Studios will distribute The Thomas Crown Affair in France under its own banner, with theatrical release on March 3, 2027, replacing Sony Pictures Entertainment France as the local distributor. The film retains its original release date, including IMAX screenings.
Why it matters
The handover reflects Amazon MGM's staggered opening of territory offices, with Sony ceasing local distribution once each office launches under the international partnership established in 2025. Prime Video may make the film available in France from August 2028, subject to applicable conditions.
The announced Prime Video window of 17 months follows theatrical release, with the film directed by and starring Michael B. Jordan. Final availability depends on applicable conditions and release strategy that have not been detailed.
The players
Amazon MGM Studios
Amazon MGM Studios is the film studio distributing The Thomas Crown Affair in France under its own banner, following a staggered rollout of territory offices.
Sony Pictures Entertainment
Sony Pictures Entertainment is the studio that previously handled local distribution for several Amazon MGM titles in France and remains the UK distributor for the film.
Michael B. Jordan
Michael B. Jordan is the actor and filmmaker who directs and stars in The Thomas Crown Affair.
The details
Amazon MGM Studios' French distribution operation is headed by Lucie Trampoglieri, with Marion Pistoresi as marketing director and Go-oun Breyne as theatrical PR manager. The film also stars Kenneth Branagh and Adria Arjona.
Timeline
- 2025: International distribution partnership between Sony and Amazon MGM established
- March 3, 2027: The Thomas Crown Affair released in France under Amazon MGM
- March 4, 2027: Scheduled UK cinema release through Sony Pictures Entertainment
- March 5, 2027: Scheduled US release through Amazon MGM
- August 2028: Projected availability on Prime Video in France
Industry Dynamics
The handover extends the 2025 international distribution partnership between Sony and Amazon MGM, with Sony ceding local distribution as each Amazon MGM territory office opens under Helen Moss. The staggered rollout signals Amazon MGM's gradual assumption of its own theatrical operations across markets.
Moviegoers in France can see The Thomas Crown Affair in theaters from March 3, 2027, including IMAX screenings. Prime Video streaming in France is projected for August 2028, subject to applicable conditions.
The takeaway
Film audiences tracking a release across markets should check local distributor announcements, since the handover from Sony to Amazon MGM means who sells and streams a title can change by territory. Watch for a territory office opening as the signal that distribution will shift.
What happens next
Amazon MGM Studios' staggered territory office openings will continue to determine when Sony ceases local distribution in each market, with The Thomas Crown Affair arriving in the UK on March 4, 2027 and the US on March 5, 2027.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Screen.
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