Gene Stupnitsky Negotiates to Direct One Month Mark
The director has entered final talks to helm the upcoming Apple Studios production featuring Jennifer Lawrence.
Updated on Oct. 11, 2026 in Celebrities
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Gene Stupnitsky has entered final negotiations to direct the film One Month Mark. Apple Studios secured the project following a competitive bidding war.
Why it matters
The collaboration marks a reunion for director Gene Stupnitsky and star Jennifer Lawrence. Lawrence reportedly advocated for Stupnitsky to take the directing role on the project.
Apple Studios is moving forward with the project after winning the film rights in a bidding war. The film was first announced in June 2026.
The players
Gene Stupnitsky
He is a filmmaker and writer known for his contributions to both television and feature film projects.
Jennifer Lawrence
She is an Academy Award-winning actor and producer who is starring in and producing the upcoming project.
Apple Studios
This is a production company and content studio that develops original film and television projects for global distribution.
Sophie Fleur de Bruijn
She is the screenwriter who penned the script for the upcoming film One Month Mark.
The details
Sophie Fleur de Bruijn wrote the script for the film, while David Ready, Peter Chernin, Jennifer Lawrence, and Justine Ciarrocchi are serving as producers. Brady Fujikawa and Sophie Fleur de Bruijn are attached as executive producers for the production.
Timeline
The film One Month Mark was officially announced in June 2026.
Jennifer Lawrence previously collaborated with Apple Studios on the 2022 film Causeway.
Industry Dynamics
This deal aligns with the ongoing expansion of the Apple Studios original film development strategy. It underscores the studio's commitment to securing established creative talent to lead its growing slate of feature projects.
As an Apple Studios production, viewers can expect the film to arrive on the Apple TV+ platform following its theatrical release. Fans of the lead actor can also look forward to her upcoming roles in the films The Flood and What Happens at Night.
The takeaway
The move demonstrates how A-list stars continue to act as key influencers in the selection of creative partners for major studio projects. Viewers who enjoy creative reunions should keep an eye on upcoming production schedules for further updates.
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