Since launching last year, Amazon Video Direct has made headlines by offering distribution deals to projects that screened at film festivals. Now, the platform is making moves beyond its role as a distributor; it will finance three short films from Funny or Die, marking its first ever investment in the development of original content.
The three shorts are Lovebirds, about a man who attracts avian friends; Soojung Dreams Of Fiji, a mockumentary about a Korean-American nail salon owner; and The Jury, a court comedy that comes from Anna Kerrigan, the creator of the charming web series The Impossibilities. All three films will be available through Amazon Prime.
The latest partnership will continue an existing pact between Amazon Video Direct and ten-year-old
Funny or Die. The two companies previously teamed up for The Real Stephen Blatt, a Justin Long comedy produced by the latter entity and distributed exclusively by the former.“We have had great success with showcasing our content on Prime Video through Amazon Video Direct,” said Brian Toombs, Vice President of Partner Content for Funny Or Die. “Our comedy has really resonated with the Amazon audience and we look forward to showcasing these original shorts on the service.”
The shorts will premiere on November 10.
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