Sony's Tom Rothman Applauds David Ellison as Paramount Deal With Skydance Takes Flight at 'Fly Me to the Moon' Premiere

Money | July 9, 2024, 5:03 a.m.

At the premiere of 'Fly Me to the Moon' in New York City, Sony Pictures Chairman Tom Rothman shared his thoughts on the pending $8 billion Skydance-Paramount deal. Despite talks of Sony pursuing Paramount, the focus is on Skydance. With a 45-day go-shop period in play, a better offer could still emerge. Rothman praised David Ellison and expressed confidence in his capabilities if the deal goes through, making him the new Chairman and CEO. Sony, unlike Paramount, remains financially stable and is distributing 'Fly Me to the Moon' and upcoming films like 'Napoleon' and 'Wolfs'. Rothman believes in the enduring appeal of romantic comedies and is optimistic about the future. With successful releases like 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' and 'The Garfield Movie', Sony continues to make a mark in the box office.