‘Heated Rivalry’ Distributor Sphere Abacus Buys Digital Outfit Rocket Rights

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What happened

Canada’s Heated Rivalry distributor Sphere Abacus has bought digital seller Rocket Rights/Rights Booster, renaming it Rocket Booster.

Founder Matthew Frank has become executive director of the newly-named company while former COO Cat Davie is now MD.

Key facts

  • Reported by Deadline and published Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:42:28 UTC.

Why it matters

Release schedules, box office and industry deals show where audience attention and studio money are moving next.

What to watch next

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  • Opening figures and audience reception
  • Follow-on deals or casting announcements

Coverage timeline

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  3. ‘Heated Rivalry’ Distributor Sphere Abacus Buys Digital Outfit Rocket Rights

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