Jon Amiel’s “Beginning” (2009) will be the first title to be released under the new agreement on June 29th. The film (starring Paul Bettany and Jennifer Connelly) looks at the living of naturalist Charles Darwin who struggled with the contradictions of religion and his theories on evolution.
“Newmarket has had a great working relationship with Lionsgate and Steve Beeks for many years. This transaction is the perfect partnership for our company as we continue to grow and expand our theatrical distribution business,” said Steve Beeks, President and Co-Chief Operating Administrator of Lionsgate.
Newmarket Films was founded in 1994 by Chris Ball and William Tyre and recently purchased by One Media Group. Exclusive Media Group (founded in 2008 by Cyrte Investments) runs three increase and production labels including Exclusive Films, Hammer Films, and Spitfire Pictures as well as theatrical arrangement rights for Newmarket Films.








