Screenplay & Script Option Purchase Agreement

A film industry option agreement granting a movie producer the exclusive right to purchase a screenwriter's original screenplay within a 12 to 24 month development option window.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date written above.

Party One (First Party):

Julian Montgomery (Screenwriter)

Signature: _______________________

Date: 2026-09-20

Party Two (Second Party):

Paramount View Studios LLC

Signature: _______________________

Date: 2026-09-20

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