Netflix Acquires Global Rights to Critics Week Opener 'In Waves'
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Netflix Acquires Global Rights to Critics Week Opener 'In Waves'

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Netflix has made its first major deal out of the 2026 Cannes Film Festival. The streaming platform has picked up the global rights to the feature "In Waves," specifically acquiring territories outside of France.

The film serves as the breakout opener for Critics Week. Described as an animated romance, "In Waves" is an adaptation of AJ Dungo’s graphic memoir published in 2019. The project is directed by Phuong Mai Nguyen.

The voice cast for the film is led by Oscar-nominated actress Stephanie Hsu. The acquisition highlights the streamer's interest in the animated feature.

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