Dolphin Secures Vaneast for Youngblood Sales, Sets March 6 US-Canada Release
Dolphin has signed Vaneast Pictures as international sales agent for the sports drama Youngblood, presenting the remake at the European Film Market during the Berlin International Film Festival (Feb 12–22). Well Go USA will release Youngblood in the U.S. and Photon Films will handle Canadian distribution on March 6.
1. Partnership with Vaneast Pictures
Dolphin has closed a deal with Vaneast Pictures to serve as the international sales agent for its upcoming sports remake Youngblood. Vaneast will present the film to buyers at the European Film Market held during the Berlin International Film Festival from February 12 to 22.
2. Distribution deals for United States and Canada
Well Go USA will release Youngblood in the United States on March 6, while Photon Films will handle Canadian distribution on the same date. These agreements secure North American release windows ahead of wider international sales.
3. Youngblood overview and NHL collaboration
Youngblood is a contemporary adaptation of the 1986 MGM classic starring Ashton James and Blair Underwood, featuring dynamic on-ice action choreographed by NHL advisor Christopher V. Nelson and scenes filmed in collaboration with the Los Angeles Kings. The film premiered at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival to strong acclaim from hockey audiences.
4. Dolphin Entertainment business focus
Founded in 1996 by Bill O’Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio—developing and financing content—and a marketing consortium encompassing agencies like 42West, The Door and Shore Fire Media. The company combines content creation with cross-marketing expertise across film, music, sports and consumer brands.