Entertainment · October 16, 2026
‘The Julia Set,’ Starring Chase Infiniti, Lands at Sony Pictures Classics Following TIFF Premiere
Sony Pictures Classics has acquired the rights to Niki Byrne’s film "The Julia Set" following its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The coming-of-age drama stars Chase Infiniti as Julia Fischer, a math prodigy in an elite prep course who becomes entangled in a relationship with her teaching assistant. The acquisition covers the United States and various international territories, including the UK, Australia, and parts of Europe. The film marks Infiniti's second feature following her debut in Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another."
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Sony Pictures Classics (SPC) acquired the distribution rights for 'The Julia Set'.
- The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).
- The movie is written and directed by Niki Byrne.
- Chase Infiniti stars as the protagonist Julia Fischer, a math prodigy.
- Christopher Briney co-stars as the teaching assistant Pascal.
- The plot involves an elite mathematics prep course and a romantic relationship between Julia and Pascal.
Reported by only some outlets
- The acquisition includes rights for Benelux, Switzerland, Italy, Scandinavia, Spain, the UK, Eastern Europe, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Israel, and Asia.
- Jason Isaacs and Gillian Anderson also star in the film.
- The film holds a 70% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
- Chase Infiniti has been cast in the upcoming horror film 'Portrait of God'.
- Niki Byrne and Gillian Anderson are among the film's producers.
Confirmed
- Sony Pictures Classics acquired 'The Julia Set' following its TIFF premiere.
- Chase Infiniti stars as a math prodigy.
- Niki Byrne is the writer and director.
- Christopher Briney plays the character Pascal.
Reported
- The Julia Set holds a 70% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. (Deadline)
- The deal includes specific territories like Benelux, Scandinavia, and New Zealand. (The Hollywood Reporter)
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