Free streamer Fawesome has struck a deal with Iris Indie Global for a slate of 14 independent films, including the Ed Westwick and Billy Blair thriller Tonic.

The pair has partnered to curate the films for Fawesome’s services in North America, the UK, Australia and New Zealand.

Among them is Tonic, which stars Blair (Sin City: A Dame to Kill For) as Sebastian Poe, a struggling jazz pianist who is given 24 hours to kill a dangerous drug dealer (Westwick) by a crooked cop (Jaso Coviello), and spirals into a moral and emotional tailspin. Lori Petty is also in the cast.

Pic was awarded Best Thriller at the Los Angeles International Film Festival, played at several other fests and is set to screen in Cannes on May 19.

Following the initial slate, the pair will adds a “steady rollout” of exclusive films over coming months, spanning drama, thriller, romance and documentary.

Iris Indie Global positions itself as a production, distribution and finance company that focuses on “transparency and meaningful partnerships,” while the Future Today-owned Fawesome offers a collection about around 150,000 movies, comedy specials, docs and TV shows across genres.

“We’re living in an age of extraordinary content – but too many standout indie films are getting lost in crowded streaming menus,” said Milena Rimassa, President of Distribution at Iris Indie Global. “Future Today and Iris Indie are aligned on the idea that curation and creativity are essential. Together, we have shaped a model that delivers not only reach but resonance – bringing viewers into the heart of the experience.”

“We’re proud to deepen our support for the independent film community through this exclusive slate,” said David Di Lorenzo, SVP Content Acquisitions and Partnerships at Future Today. “These films represent the creativity, courage and diversity that define indie cinema. At Future Today, we’re committed to not only acquiring standout content, but also building a platform where these stories can be discovered and appreciated by a wide audience.

“Together, we’re designing a new blueprint for indie film success. By fusing digital distribution with personal, live experiences, we’re elevating independent film and ensuring it stands out in a crowded marketplace.”

“In a sea of algorithms and passive viewing, we’re betting on something more human,” added Rimassa. “This partnership is about carving out space for great stories – and the people who tell them.”