S-1/A: Angel Studios Files S-3 for Resale of 10M Shares

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Resale Registration Statement 26 November 2025 4:06 PM

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Angel Studios, Inc. filed a Pre-Effective Amendment No. 2 to its Form S-3 registration statement to register for resale up to 10,042,523 shares of common stock by selling securityholders.

Capital raiseThe registration includes 6,591,748 shares of Common Stock issuable upon the conversion of certain convertible notes by investors named in Note Purchase Agreements dated August 11, 2025.Up to 1,462,682 shares of Common Stock are issuable upon the exercise of warrants by Trinity (Eagle Point Trinity Senior Secured Lending Company and Trinity Capital, Inc.).

Summary

The filing is a Pre-Effective Amendment No. 2 to a Form S-3 registration statement by Angel Studios, Inc. (formerly Southport Acquisition Corporation).
The primary purpose is to register for resale up to 10,042,523 shares of Common Stock by various Selling Securityholders.
Angel Studios will not receive any proceeds from the sale of these shares by the Selling Securityholders.
The registered shares include 1,988,093 shares issued under Regulation D, 6,591,748 shares issued to parties of the Registration Rights Agreement (including those from convertible notes), and 1,462,682 shares issuable upon the exercise of warrants by Trinity.
Angel Studios operates a dual-class stock structure, with Class A Common Stock having one vote per share and Class B Common Stock having ten votes per share.
As of November 24, 2025, there were 111,053,974 shares of Class A Common Stock and 57,579,096 shares of Class B Common Stock outstanding.
The Class A Common Stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the symbol ANGX, with a closing price of $4.76 on November 24, 2025.
The company identifies as a values-based media distribution company that empowers its community, the 'Angel Guild,' to select, support, and fund film and TV projects.
As of September 30, 2025, the Angel Guild comprised approximately 1,600,000 paying members from over 160 countries.
Revenue is generated from Angel Guild membership fees (Basic and Premium tiers), theatrical distribution, content licensing to platforms like Amazon, Apple, and Netflix, and sales of merchandise and DVDs.
Angel Studios qualifies as an 'emerging growth company' under the JOBS Act, allowing for reduced disclosure and reporting requirements.

Sentiment

Score: 6

Explanation: The filing is a procedural registration statement for resale, not a performance update. It provides a clear overview of Angel Studios' unique community-driven business model and its dual-class stock structure. While it highlights standard risks and mentions a 'going concern' note for the predecessor SPAC, the overall sentiment is neutral to slightly positive due to the articulation of its mission and community engagement, without new negative financial data.

Positives

The company has a unique and established community-driven business model with approximately 1.6 million paying members across more than 160 countries as of September 30, 2025.
Diversified revenue streams include membership fees, theatrical distribution, content licensing, and merchandise sales.
The company's Class A Common Stock is listed on the NYSE under the symbol ANGX, providing public market access and liquidity.
As an 'emerging growth company,' Angel Studios benefits from reduced public company reporting requirements, potentially lowering compliance costs.

Negatives

Angel Studios will not receive any proceeds from the sale of shares by the Selling Securityholders, meaning this offering does not directly inject capital into the company.
The audited financial statements of Southport Acquisition Corporation (the company's predecessor) included an explanatory paragraph regarding its ability to continue as a going concern, as noted in BDO USA, P.C.'s report dated April 15, 2025.

Risks

The ability to recognize the anticipated benefits of and successfully deploy the Business Combination may be affected by competition and the ability of the combined business to grow and manage growth profitably.
The company's ability to achieve and maintain profitability in the future is uncertain.
Challenges exist in successfully monetizing projects.
The company faces risks in retaining or recruiting its officers, key employees, or directors.
Officers and directors may allocate their time to other businesses, potentially leading to conflicts of interest.
The company's ability to attract and maintain an adequate customer base is crucial for its business model.
Success depends on the company's ability to create and distribute content that is popular with consumers and affiliates.
Reliance on a number of partners to make its service available on their devices poses a risk.
The company's ability to continue to develop and enhance its existing technology is vital for competitiveness.
Significant disruption in or unauthorized access to the company's computer systems or those of third parties, including cybersecurity threats, could adversely affect operations.
The company's ability to successfully, or profitably, compete with current and new competitors is a continuous challenge.
The company's ability to consummate any interim financing and raise additional capital, if necessary, is a risk factor.
The company may need to successfully defend litigation or investigations.
Maintaining the listing of the company's Common Stock on the NYSE is essential.
The company may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors, changes in applicable laws or regulations, geopolitical events, and general economic conditions.
Additional risks and uncertainties are set forth in the company's Quarterly Report filed with the SEC on November 13, 2025, in the section entitled Risk Factors.

Future Outlook

Angel Studios aims to continue its mission of empowering its community to champion stories that amplify light for mainstream audiences, effectively replacing the traditional Hollywood gatekeeper system. The company's future plans include expanding content monetization through licensing rights for derivative shows, video games, theme parks, and Broadway-style plays. Achieving and maintaining profitability and successfully monetizing projects are key objectives, as acknowledged in its forward-looking statements.

Management Comments

"We are a values-based media distribution company that uses technology to empower a vibrant and growing community to replace the Hollywood gatekeeper system and champion stories that amplify light for mainstream audiences."
"Our community, the Angel Guild (Angel Guild), is at the heart of this mission."
Angel Guild members make a written pledge: "When I vote, I pledge to help choose excellent entertainment that is true, honest, noble, just, authentic, lovely or admirable."

Industry Context

Angel Studios positions itself as an innovative disruptor in the entertainment and media distribution industry. By leveraging a community-driven, values-based model through its 'Angel Guild,' it directly challenges the traditional studio system's role as content gatekeepers. This approach allows for content selection, funding, and promotion to be influenced by its audience, catering to a specific market segment seeking 'light-amplifying' stories. This model contrasts with the more centralized, executive-driven decision-making prevalent in established Hollywood studios and streaming platforms.

Comparison to Industry Standards

The filing does not provide specific financial or operational results for direct comparison to global industry benchmarks or comparable companies/projects.
The company's community-driven content selection and funding model (Angel Guild) represents a unique approach compared to traditional media companies like Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, or Netflix, which rely on internal greenlighting processes and large-scale production budgets.
Revenue diversification across memberships, theatrical, licensing, and merchandise is a common strategy in the media industry, but the emphasis on member-funded content distinguishes Angel Studios.

Corporate Governance

Change Type	Description	Effective Date	Impact Assessment
Dual-Class Stock Structure	The company has a dual-class structure with Class A common stock having one vote per share and Class B common stock having ten votes per share, effective September 10, 2025.	September 10, 2025	Concentrates voting power with Class B holders, potentially limiting the influence of Class A shareholders on corporate decisions.
Director Removal and Vacancy Filling	Directors can only be removed for cause by the affirmative vote of a majority in voting power of the Common Stock. Newly created directorships or vacancies can be filled by a majority of the remaining Board members.	Upon closing of Business Combination	Provides board stability by making director removal more difficult and allows the existing board to fill vacancies, potentially limiting shareholder influence over board composition.
Special Meetings of Stockholders	Special meetings can be called by the Board, Chair, CEO, President, or by the Secretary upon written request from stockholders owning at least 25% of the voting power for at least one year.	Upon closing of Business Combination	Grants significant stockholders a mechanism to call special meetings, providing a channel for shareholder action on specific matters.
Advance Notice Requirements	Bylaws establish advance notice procedures for stockholder proposals and director nominations, generally requiring notice 90-120 days prior to the first anniversary of the preceding annual meeting.	Upon closing of Business Combination	May preclude stockholders from bringing matters before meetings without sufficient lead time, potentially limiting last-minute challenges to management or board proposals.
Amendment to Charter and Bylaws	The Charter can be amended as provided in the DGCL. The Bylaws can be adopted, amended, or repealed by the Board or by the affirmative vote of 66% of the voting power of stockholders entitled to vote.	Upon closing of Business Combination	Requires a supermajority vote for stockholder-initiated Bylaw changes, protecting the existing governance framework from easy alteration.
Delaware Anti-Takeover Statute Opt-Out	The company expressly elects to opt out of Section 203 of the DGCL, which restricts business combinations with interested stockholders for three years.	Upon closing of Business Combination	Potentially makes the company more susceptible to hostile takeovers compared to companies that do not opt out of Section 203, as it removes a common anti-takeover defense.
Exclusive Jurisdiction	The Charter designates the Court of Chancery of the State of Delaware as the sole and exclusive forum for certain corporate actions, with exceptions for federal securities laws.	Upon closing of Business Combination	Centralizes litigation related to internal corporate affairs in Delaware courts, potentially streamlining legal processes but requiring all parties to litigate in that jurisdiction.

Legal Proceedings

The 'Risk Factors' section mentions the risk of the company's ability to successfully defend litigation or investigations, but no specific current legal proceedings are detailed in this filing.

Related Party Transactions

K1 2025 Directs, LLC, a selling securityholder, has Robert C. Gay, a member of the Board, as a beneficial owner.
Southport Acquisition Sponsor LLC, a selling securityholder, is controlled by Jeb Spencer and Jared Stone, who serve as the only members of its board of managers.

Stakeholder Impact

**Shareholders**: Selling Securityholders gain liquidity for their shares. New investors face risks outlined in the filing. The dual-class structure impacts voting power, concentrating control with Class B holders.
**Angel Guild Members**: Their role in content selection and funding is central to the business model, reinforcing their influence on the company's creative direction.
**Employees**: No direct impact on employees is mentioned, but the risk of retaining key personnel is noted.
**Customers/Audiences**: The company's mission to provide 'light-amplifying' stories caters to a specific audience segment, potentially strengthening loyalty among its target demographic.
**Partners (e.g., Amazon, Apple, Netflix, theatrical exhibitors)**: Continued licensing and distribution relationships are crucial for revenue generation and content reach.
**Creditors (e.g., Trinity)**: The existence of warrants held by Trinity indicates a prior financing relationship, and their exercise could impact the capital structure.

Next Steps

The registration statement must become effective before the Selling Securityholders can commence selling the registered securities.
Angel Studios will continue to file annual, quarterly, and current event reports, and proxy statements with the SEC as a public company.
The company plans to pursue future content monetization strategies, including licensing rights for derivative shows, video games, theme parks, and Broadway-style plays.

Key Dates

Date	Description
September 11, 2024	Date of the Agreement and Plan of Merger between Southport, Sigma Merger, and Angel Legacy.
March 28, 2025	Date of Tanner LLP's report on the consolidated financial statements of Angel Studios Legacy, Inc. for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.
April 15, 2025	Date of BDO USA, P.C.'s report on the consolidated financial statements of Southport Acquisition Corporation for the two years ended December 31, 2024.
May 15, 2025	Angel Legacy's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, was filed with the SEC.
May 16, 2025	Angel Studios, Inc.'s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, was filed with the SEC.
August 11, 2025	Date of certain Note Purchase Agreements related to convertible notes.
August 13, 2025	Angel Legacy's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, was filed with the SEC.
August 14, 2025	Angel Studios, Inc.'s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, was filed with the SEC.
September 10, 2025	Closing Date of the business combination (Merger) where Merger Sub merged into Angel Legacy, and Southport was renamed Angel Studios, Inc.
September 10, 2025	Angel Studios, Inc.'s Registration Statement on Form 8-A was filed, describing its common stock.
September 16, 2025	Angel Studios, Inc. (f/k/a Southport Acquisition Corporation) filed its initial registration statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-290281).
September 30, 2025	Angel Studios, Inc. filed Pre-Effective Amendment No. 1 to convert the registration statement from Form S-1 to Form S-3.
September 30, 2025	End of the quarter for which Angel Studios, Inc.'s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q was filed.
October 31, 2025	Tanner LLC converted to Tanner LLP.
November 7, 2025	Tanner LLP succeeded to the registration status of Tanner LLC.
November 13, 2025	Angel Studios, Inc.'s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, was filed with the SEC.
November 24, 2025	Closing price of Angel Studios' Class A Common Stock was $4.76; also the date for outstanding share counts.
November 25, 2025	Date of Tanner LLP's consent for incorporation by reference.
November 26, 2025	Filing date of Pre-Effective Amendment No. 2 to Form S-1 on Form S-3 by Angel Studios, Inc.
November 26, 2025	Date of BDO USA, P.C.'s consent for incorporation by reference.

Recommendation

hold

This filing is a procedural registration statement for the resale of existing shares by securityholders, not a primary offering by the company to raise new capital or an announcement of financial results. While it provides valuable insight into Angel Studios' unique community-driven business model and corporate governance, it does not contain new operational or financial performance data to fundamentally alter the investment thesis. The registration of over 10 million shares for resale, representing approximately 9.20% of the total common stock, could introduce selling pressure on the stock. However, without new information on the company's financial health or strategic shifts, a 'hold' recommendation is appropriate for a seasoned investor, suggesting maintaining current positions while awaiting further substantive updates on performance and growth.

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