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DOWN TO THE FELT brings a gambler, a hitman and unexpected twists to home audiences this fall!

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- From Hawk Hill Pictures, Down to the Felt, directed, co-written and produced by Columbus filmmaker Jon Osbeck under his banner Big Deal Pictures comes home this October 17! Pre-order Felt now via the Apple TV+ store. Watch the official trailer here.

Set and filmed in Columbus, Down to the Felt follows Paul, a chronic gambler whose life spirals out of control, and David, a haunted hitman. Together they make a pact for Paul's death in two weeks' time. But when Paul finally begins to find something worth living for, fate delivers an unexpected twist.

The film stars Michael Stahl-David (Cloverfield) as Paul, a down-on-his-luck gambler who makes a chilling arrangement with a devout hitman, played by Michael Weston (Home Before Dark). With only two weeks to live, Paul's world is turned upside down when life suddenly starts tipping the odds in his favor. The cast also features Scottie Thompson (Murder at Yellowstone City), Jo-Ann Robinson, and Cullen Douglas in standout performances.

"I've always been drawn to stories about redemption - about people who've taken hits in life but refuse to fold," said Jon Osbeck, director, co-writer and producer. "Down to the Felt came from a desire to explore what happens when you're all-in emotionally, not just at the poker table."

Distribution is being handled by Hawk Hill Pictures, a global film distribution company. 

"Down to the Felt is exactly the kind of story that connects deeply with audiences—gritty, suspenseful, and emotionally powerful," said Jen Katzfey, President of Hawk Hill Pictures. "The premise of the story is unique and the film is a nonstop action ride. We're excited to bring high-quality independent film to the world."

"It's an honor to see Down to the Felt move from festival screens to homes all over the world," said Osbeck. "This release is the culmination of a lot of amazing work by an incredible team of artists, cast, crew, and community supporters in Columbus. We're excited to share it with an international audience."

To screen the film or to set up interviews with cast and filmmakers, please contact Alexis Walkenstein, AWE PR, via [email protected] .

SOURCE Hawk Hill Pictures