Emperor Set for Digital-First Release

SPI International has teamed up with Kaleidoscope Home Entertainment to premiere Emperor on digital platforms in the U.K.

Directed by Mark Amin, Emperor is available as EST and TVOD on all digital platforms in the U.K. and Ireland as of March 1 and on DVD from April 5. The historical drama is based on the life story of Shields “Emperor” Green, an escaped slave whose chance encounter with the abolitionist John Brown in the north will forever alter the course of American history.

SPI secured the rights for the feature in multiple territories, including the U.K., Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Benelux, Israel, Portugal, Eastern Europe and CIS.

Alexandra Puiu, sales executive at SPI International, said: “We are excited to continue our collaboration with Kaleidoscope with the release of the inspiring historical movie Emperor, which tells a remarkable story of courage and perseverance based on true events that will captivate the viewers. We are preparing to release additional new and appealing titles to be announced within the year with our partner.”