French WWII Blockbuster ‘De Gaulle’ Lands U.S. Distribution With Samuel Goldwyn Films (EXCLUSIVE)

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Samuel Goldwyn Films has acquired U.S. distribution rights to “De Gaulle,” Antonin Baudry’s sprawling two-part historical epic that premiered out of competition at Cannes and was just shortlisted to represent France in the Oscar race.

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  • Reported by Variety and published Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:25:00 UTC.

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