Shout Factory Acquires Roger Corman's Film Library

U.S. label Shout Factory has acquired Roger Corman's legendary New Horizons Pictures library. While the exact terms of the deal are unknown at the moment, it was confirmed that it covers more than 270 films, plus additional TV content.

Ace Film HK Company, a Chinese distributor, is also a new co-owner of the film library.

Shout Factory will control distribution rights for Corman's library in North America, Europe, Australia and Russia.

After the official announcement, Shout Factory's founders Richard Foos, Bob Emmer and Garson Foos said:

"We've loved working with them (Corman his wife, Julie) over the last eight years and are thrilled to now be the custodians of these beloved films, making sure that film buffs and fans everywhere discover them like we did."