Strand Releasing Acquires North American Rights to TIFF Discovery Title 'The Daughters of Abraham'

Strand Releasing has secured North American distribution rights to The Daughters of Abraham, the debut feature from French director Hanaël El Yousfi. The acquisition follows the film's international premiere in the Discovery section at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival, a sidebar dedicated to emerging filmmakers.

The Daughters of Abraham centers on Myriam and Eva, two friends in their early twenties navigating the complexities of young adulthood. El Yousfi's selection for TIFF's Discovery program highlights the festival's recognition of his distinct voice as a first-time feature director.

With Strand Releasing now attached for North America, the film moves toward a theatrical release strategy in the U.S. and Canada. The deal underscores the continued importance of major festival platforms like TIFF in launching independent cinema and connecting auteur-driven work with specialized distributors.

This brief draws on reporting from Deadline.