Working title
LUNAR
A disgraced scientist launches himself to the Moon intending to die and finds something that makes him want to live.
For fans of The Martian · Arrival
Full Project Details → Original stories.
Built for the screen.
ARQ-9 is a writer-led label developing three feature projects across grounded sci-fi, romantic comedy, and romantic drama.
Development Slate
Current projects in development.
Three features are currently in development at script stage.
Working title
THE RETREAT
Coerced into planning their families' annual joint getaway, two people who can't agree on anything discover the only thing harder than planning a retreat is admitting you don't want it to end.
For fans of When Harry Met Sally · Four Weddings and a Funeral
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LEARNING TO LOVE
A disillusioned young man collides with a bright-eyed university student whose unshakeable faith in true love forces him to confront everything he's spent years burying.
For fans of Past Lives · The Spectacular Now
Full Project Details → Creative Identity
How ARQ-9 approaches development.
Clear Premise
The idea needs to work in one sentence before anything else. The goal is clarity, stakes, and a concept that is easy to understand.
Character-Led Structure
Genre is the frame, but character is the engine. External pressure should always expose an internal change.
Building the Slate
ARQ-9 is in early build mode with three active projects. New projects will be added as they reach the same level of readiness.
For Producers & Reps
Three projects. Reach out for material.
ARQ-9 projects are at script and early development stage and open to producer attachment conversations. If you're evaluating one, send a note and we'll get you what you need.