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Buffalo 8 acquires rights to sci-fi comedy Invaders from Proxima B.

Invaders from Proxima B

Buffalo 8, a renowned film and media company, has recently secured the worldwide rights to the science fiction comedy 'Invaders from Proxima B.' This quirky film is written, directed, and stars Ward Roberts, known for his work on popular shows like 'Westworld' and 'Agents of SHIELD.' Joining Roberts in the cast are talented actors Samantha Sloyan, Mike C. Nelson, Richard Riehle, Jeremiah Birkett, and Sarah Lassez.

'Invaders from Proxima B' follows the story of the Jankins family, played by Roberts and Sloyan, who find themselves teaming up with an alien named Chuck, portrayed by Roberts himself, after his unexpected crash landing in their backyard. Together, this unlikely team faces a series of perilous encounters with an array of pursuers.

Written and directed by Ward Roberts, 'Invaders from Proxima B' had its highly anticipated world premiere at the prestigious Austin Film Festival, where it received positive feedback and generated considerable buzz. The film is a product of Roberts' own production company, Drexel Box Productions, in collaboration with Mike C. Nelson.

The deal to acquire the worldwide rights was negotiated between Nikki Stier Justice from Buffalo 8 and Dan Fisher from Poppy Pictures, who represented the filmmakers. In expressing her excitement about the project, Nikki Stier Justice of Buffalo 8 stated, ''Invaders from Proxima B' is a cinematic delight that Buffalo 8 is thrilled to bring to audiences. It offers a fresh and hilarious take on comedy and captivates viewers with its enchanting puppetry.'

Ward Roberts, the multi-talented writer, director, and star of the film, also shared his enthusiasm for the partnership with Buffalo 8, stating, 'We love Buffalo 8. Nikki and her team truly understand our film and its potential to reach a wide audience. We are beyond excited to collaborate with them.'

Buffalo 8, known for its commitment to quality storytelling, is planning a summer video-on-demand (VOD) release for 'Invaders from Proxima B.' This acquisition adds to their already impressive lineup, which includes the zombie comedy 'As We Know It,' acquired late last year. Furthermore, in 2023, actor and producer Jonathan Lipnicki joined Buffalo 8 as an executive producer, further strengthening the company's creative team.

With Buffalo 8's track record of success and dedication to bringing unique stories to audiences, 'Invaders from Proxima B' is set to become one of the most anticipated comedy releases of the summer. Movie enthusiasts can look forward to a delightful blend of humor, captivating puppetry, and a stellar cast in this out-of-this-world adventure. Stay tuned for further updates on the release date and how to catch this hilarious film from the comfort of your own home.

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