Dallas-based production company Cue & Coda Films is quietly expanding its footprint across theatrical and streaming platforms as independent studios continue reshaping the entertainment landscape.
Founded by filmmaker and entrepreneur Chuck Harris, the Texas-based company is building a slate of character-driven films aimed at audiences that Harris says are often overlooked by traditional Hollywood studios.
One of the company’s recent releases, the romantic dramedy Twisted Hearts, secured theatrical screenings across multiple cinema chains including AMC Theatres, LOOK Cinemas, and Harkins Theatres before expanding to digital platforms such as Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV.
The studio has also secured a licensing deal with ALLBLK, AMC Networks’ streaming platform that focuses on Black television and film, further extending the reach of Cue & Coda’s growing catalog.
Cue & Coda Films operates with a small but expanding creative leadership team that includes executive producer and business partner Ellen Hambrick, producer and partner Curshion Jones, and in-house writer Taylor Love, who contributes to the company’s growing development slate.
Beyond film releases, the studio’s broader creative network is also beginning to gain recognition across other storytelling platforms. Members of the Cue & Coda community recently received a NAACP Award nomination through Dr. Jay’s Just Heal podcast, signaling the company’s expanding presence across media.
The company currently has several projects in development and post-production, including the upcoming thriller Harry Hines, starring Jay Barnett, Dawn Halfkenny, Adrian Lockett, Tyrone Betters, and Nadirah Shakir.
While the studio remains independent, Harris says its long-term vision draws inspiration from companies that have built strong brand identities around a focused audience.
“Our goal isn’t to build a traditional studio,” Harris said. “We’re studying how companies like A24 and Blumhouse built powerful brands around a clear audience. Cue & Coda’s mission is to bring that same discipline to faith-driven storytelling.”
As independent production companies continue to find new pathways to audiences through theaters, streaming platforms, and targeted distribution partnerships, Cue & Coda Films is positioning itself as another emerging player in that evolving ecosystem.
Based in Dallas, Texas, the company continues to develop additional faith-driven and character-centered projects designed for both domestic and global audiences.