The movie company Lionsgate has created a remarkable collection of films even though it ranks below major industry studios. Lionsgate created compelling films across their entire production lineup, starting from cult hits Dogma and American Psycho through blockbusters John Wick and The Hunger Games. Before the Amazon-Lionsgate deal, users needed a separate Starz subscription to stream Lionsgate films since these films initially appeared on the streaming service.
Lionsgate movies will reach Prime Video subscribers through a multi-year deal between Lionsgate and Amazon, enabling wide library access without adding Starz subscriptions.
Amazon Prime Video Expands Lionsgate Access
The new multi-year arrangement between Amazon and Lionsgate allows Prime Video to stream U.S. Lionsgate films following their run on Starz, according to Deadline. Under this agreement, Starz continues its initial distribution of new Lionsgate releases, but Prime Video users will start receiving these titles within the following year, beginning in 2026. Some titles included in this agreement will be:
- The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping
- Now You See Me 3
The deal extends beyond new releases to incorporate retro movies and televised programs such as the following items:
- John Wick franchise
- Weeds
- The television series Mad Men has partial ownership through Lionsgate, but its accessibility remains uncertain.
Through this agreement, Prime Video members obtain direct access to select Lionsgate titles formerly available only through Starz.
How Long Will the Deal Last?
Amazon and Lionsgate specified multiple years for their contractual agreement; they did not reveal the specific time span to the public. The agreement most likely grants Prime Video temporary exclusive rights to content before other streaming services receive the rights to release it.
This deal generates more profit for Lionsgate as it reduces its ties to Starz, providing Prime Video users with expanded movie and show collection access.
A Win for Cinephiles Who Subscribe to Prime
This new deal offers excellent news to Amazon Prime Video subscribers who enjoy watching movies. Under this new agreement, Lionsgate’s decades-spanning film and TV show collection will now feature a part of its content on Prime Video without additional cost.
Amazon Prime Video emerges as a prime streaming service for watching the best Lionsgate films after successfully resolving licensing restrictions in the upcoming months. Prime Video users should look forward to Lionsgate releases coming soon.
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