Quiver Distribution Secures North American Rights for “Hunting Jessica Brok”

Quiver Distribution has successfully acquired the North American rights to the South African action-thriller “Hunting Jessica Brok”, with plans to debut the film in U.S. theaters this fall.

Film Overview

Directed by Alastair Orr and penned by David D. Jones, the film centers on a retired Black Ops specialist striving for a peaceful life in South Africa. However, when past demons emerge, her tranquil existence is violently disrupted, forcing her back into a world she believed she had escaped. She must summon every ounce of skill and resilience to protect her daughter’s life — and her own.

Cast and Release Details

“Hunting Jessica Brok” features a talented cast including Danica De La Rey Jones, Clyde Berning, Richard Lukunku, Katherine Neethling, Anthony Oseyemi, and Hlubi Mboya. The film is produced by Tshepiso Chikapa-Phiri and Joel Chikapa Phiri for Known Associates Entertainment, alongside Ariye Mahdeb for A-Game. It is set to hit U.S. theaters on September 19, following its South African theatrical release in August. Additionally, Amazon Prime Video will distribute the film across sub-Saharan Africa at the end of September.

A Milestone for African Storytelling

“This is more than just a film release — it’s a significant statement about the future of African storytelling,” remarked Tshepiso Chikapa-Phiri, CEO of Known Associates, highlighting the film’s theatrical rollout in the U.S., a notable achievement for a South African genre film.

Commitment to Authentic Storytelling

“Hunting Jessica Brok reflects our ambition to craft commercially viable, globally resonant African narratives without sacrificing artistic integrity,” she added. “Our partnership with Quiver underscores the international demand for authentic, impactful content rooted in our continent. We are proud to lead this initiative.”

Claiming a Global Stage

“This is the moment we’ve been working towards, where African cinema asserts its rightful place on the global stage,” stated Joel Chikapa-Phiri, chairman of Known Associates Group. “Quiver recognizes the power of compelling storytelling, and with their support, we are positioning ‘Hunting Jessica Brok’ precisely where it belongs — in front of a North American audience eager for authenticity, grit, and originality.”

Strategic Partnership

The acquisition deal was facilitated by Milton Reddy of Known Associates Distribution and Larry Greenberg of Quiver Distribution.

Expanding Global Reach

“There’s a clear and growing global appetite for bold, character-driven stories, and ‘Hunting Jessica Brok’ fits that niche perfectly,” said Reddy. “With discussions underway for other key territories, our collaboration with Quiver signifies an exciting momentum shift for African genre films. We are thrilled to introduce this title to new audiences, especially with a distributor as esteemed and visionary as Quiver.”