In January 2016 , A24 acquired distribution rights to the film . In May 2016 , Universal Pictures and Focus Features acquired international distribution rights to the film . The film had its world premiere at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival on 15 May 2016 , where it was selected to compete for the Palme d'Or . The film also screened at the Toronto International Film Festival on 8 September 2016 . and Fantastic Fest , and the BFI London Film Festival on 7 October 2016
2016 Cannes Film Festival
2016 Cannes Film Festival
American Honey (film)