The partnership will deliver premium LIONSGATE and STARZ television series and movies to MGM+ subscribers in the UK
MGM+ will be the exclusive home to the complete Outlander franchise in the UK
LONDON—April 2, 2024—Today, Amazon announced that MGM+ has struck a strategic deal that will deliver premium Lionsgate and STARZ programming to customers in the UK. Under this partnership, the MGM-branded service will offer leading series and movies from Lionsgate and STARZ in the UK, giving customers access to more hit series and movies. This is the third installment in a series of content deals that MGM+ previously closed with Lionsgate for Europe and Latin America.
Lionsgate+ subscribers who joined via Prime Video Channels in the UK will now get access to the MGM service beginning in April. Later in May, the MGM service will be rebranded to MGM+ in the UK to align with the recent rebrand that occurred in Europe, Latin America, and the United States. MGM+ is now available in 31 countries and is one of the most subscribed Prime Video Channels globally.
MGM+ in the UK will become the exclusive home to some of STARZ’s most popular first-run TV series, including the complete Outlander franchise, Power Book I-IV, BMF, The Serpent Queen, P-Valley, and Hightown. Additionally, the MGM+ service will become the home to legacy hit series The Great, Mad Men, Nashville, Weeds, as well as blockbuster hit movies American Psycho, Reservoir Dogs, Saw, and many more favourites.
“The expansion of MGM+ in the United Kingdom further cements Amazon’s commitment to invest in and grow the MGM+ channel internationally, while enhancing the content offering available to subscribers,” said Josh McIvor, global general manager, MGM+.
“The addition of premium first-run TV franchises such as Outlander and Power, along with many blockbuster hit movies, will allow MGM+ to continue its evolution as a premium international streaming service,” said Michael Katzer, head of MGM+ International.
“We are pleased to extend our partnership with MGM+ to bring beloved films and television series to the service in the United Kingdom,” said Agapy Kapouranis, Lionsgate president of international television and digital distribution. “With the addition of the United Kingdom, Lionsgate and STARZ content will now be available to MGM+ viewers in more than 20 countries around the world.”
Chase Brisbin and Kathryn Ikenberry Jones negotiated the deal on behalf of Lionsgate.
About MGM+ International:
MGM+ International provides a curated lineup of premium first-run original series as well as legacy hit series and classic blockbuster movies. The international streaming service is currently available in 31 countries across Europe, Latin America, Asia-Pacific, and Canada – offering a diverse catalog of new release and classic film and TV series to our viewers around the world. From popular TV series Handmaid’s Tale, Stargate, and Teen Wolf, to blockbuster movie franchises Rocky, Creed, Child’s Play, Pink Panther, and Legally Blonde. The iconic lineup of MGM programming was recently joined with a robust offering of premium Lionsgate / Starz series and movies in select territories.
*Titles vary depending on availability per territory
Customers can sign-up to MGM+ via Prime Video Channels, which offers a selection of premium and specialty channel subscriptions to watch TV, movies, and more, all in one place. Customers can pay only for the channels they want and cancel anytime. For a complete list of available channels, go to Channels via https://www.primevideo.com. Additionally, customers can sign up for MGM+ via Mediaset Infinity in Italy, as well as via Apple and Claro in Latin America.
About MGM+
MGM+, an Amazon company, is a premium linear channel and streaming service delivering a
broad lineup of exclusive original series and docuseries, the latest movie releases, and classic film franchises—all available in the U.S. on TV, on-demand, online, and across devices. MGM+ is a destination for premium content, with original series including sci-fi horror series FROM; Emmy-winning series Godfather of Harlem; the Western adventure Billy the Kid, the anticipated new series Hotel Cocaine and Emperor of Ocean Park, the limited series A Spy Among Friends, and cinematic dramatic series Rogue Heroes, War of the Worlds, and Beacon 23. The network is also the home of acclaimed docuseries, including the critically acclaimed In Restless Dreams: The Music of Paul Simon, Emmy-nominated Laurel Canyon, My Life as a Rolling Stone, and NFL Icons,. Premium movies are also available, including Top Gun: Maverick, Beekeeper, Boys in the Boat, American Fiction and Mean Girls 2.
MGM+ is available in the U.S. through cable, telco, satellite, digital distribution channels and the MGM+ app. For more information about the current MGM+ lineup, go to www.mgmplus.com or follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube.
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Prime Video is a one-stop entertainment destination offering customers a vast collection of premium programming in one application available across thousands of devices. On Prime Video, customers can find their favourite movies, series, documentaries, and live sport.
Included with Prime: Watch thousands of popular movies and TV shows, award-winning Originals and other exclusives, sports, and more. Think UK produced Originals such as Clarkson’s Farm, The Rig, The Devil’s Hour, Wilderness, BAFTA-winning Jungle, Good Omens, The Grand Tour, All or Nothing: Arsenal and Bond- inspired adventure series 007: Road to a Million, global hits like The Lord of The Rings: The Rings of Power, The Boys, Gen V, Reacher, and Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan; as well as exclusive TV shows like Nine Perfect Strangers, and The Continental: From The World of John Wick; movies like BAFTA-nominated Saltburn, Air, Shotgun Wedding and My Policeman, as well as live sport including live coverage of Premier League football matches. All available at no additional cost as part of Prime Video, which is available in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide (offers and titles vary based on location). Members can also enjoy content such as Jury Duty and Bosch: Legacy free with ads on Freevee. Customers can also go behind the scenes of their favorite movies and series with exclusive X-Ray access.
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PRESS CONTACTS:
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