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Fox’s streamer Tubi has continued its push into creator-led fare by striking a deal for a slate of films from Kevin Hart’s Hartbeat. The films, rolling out across 2026, are part of the Tubi for Creators program, and feature the likes of Kinigra Deon, DC Young Fly, Chico Bean and Karlous Miller. It marks Tubi’s first exclusive creator-led slate deal. The multi-title pact kicks off with Sundown, a supernatural thriller written and directed by and starring digital creator Deon. It follows a group of Black college friends who take a wrong turn into a racially hostile town where local myths turn terrifyingly real. 85 South: Dead End features DC Young Fly, Chico Bean and Karlous Miller and is a satirical horror-comedy about a Southern road trip gone off the rails in a mysteriously offbeat town where no one ever leaves. Two additional films will be announced at a later date. “At Tubi, we’re building a space where emerging and established creators can bring bold, breakthrough ideas to life and reach new audiences on our platform,” said Rich Bloom, General Manager, Creator Programs & Executive Vice President, Business Development at Tubi. “This first slate of exclusive titles under Tubi for Creators is an exciting milestone, and partnering with Hartbeat ensures we’re working with top-tier talent and voices that truly reflect our diverse audience. We’re proud to create a pathway for creators to break into Hollywood while staying true to their authentic voice.” “Hartbeat has always been about championing the creators who shape culture and move audiences,” said Jeff Clanagan, President and Chief Distribution Officer at Hartbeat. “Through this partnership with Tubi, we’re excited to give talent like Kinigra Deon, DC Young Fly, Chico Bean, and Karlous Miller the space to bring their authentic voices — and their audiences — to a global streaming platform that celebrates creator-driven storytelling, delivering smart, funny, and fresh films that reflect the culture.” Tubi’s digital creator library is nearing 10,000 titles, with the platform pointing to its mission to champion new voices and expand access to Hollywood for emerging talent. Clanagan and Tubi’s Sam Harowitz struck today’s pact, which marks an extension to the companies’ business relationship with several Hartbeat-produced TV series and films already on the platform. Deon is also one of the inaugural creators in the Tubi for Creators program, with her hit digital series Vampire Siblings and College Life among the first creator‑led titles in the collection.
