Starz
Starz renews distribution partnership with YouTube
The pact could see Starz bundled with other streaming services via YouTube Primetime Channels in the future.
Starz, Britbox launch discounted streaming TV bundle
Starz and Britbox have joined forces on a new subscription bundle that will allow streamers to watch content from both services while saving them money.
Bob Gold hires Eric Becker to run streaming-focused PR unit
The formation of the streaming media and pay TV communications unit will give those clients a dedicated team to work with on brand messaging and corporate communications.
EXECUTIVE MOVES
Amazon will offer Lionsgate, Starz content in United Kingdom
Programming from both brands will be incorporated into Amazon's MGM Plus service.
Starz adds 700,000 subscribers, execs say bundling will drive growth
A strong slate of movies and television shows coupled with discount pricing during the holiday shopping season helped Lionsgate's streaming service Starz grab more than 700,000 new subscribers during its most-recent fiscal quarter
EARNINGS REPORT
Amazon unveils Matter Casting to take on Apple Airplay, Google Chromecast
The protocol will allow Fire TV users to "cast" content from their Apple and Google phones and tablets to the biggest screen in the house.
Lionsgate closes deal to acquire eOne from Hasbro
Lionsgate's intellectual property catalog just got a little bigger.
Streaming deals abound for Black Friday, Cyber Monday 2023
Save big on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Tablo, Google TV and services like Max, Peacock, Paramount Plus and more during Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2023.
Lionsgate tops Wall Street estimates with Q3 results
Lionsgate demonstrated resilience in navigating the challenges posed by Hollywood strikes, exceeding Wall Street expectations for its second quarter of fiscal 2024.
Starz laying off staff as it exits U.K., Australia
Lionsgate will lay off around 80 employees at Starz as the movie brand works to wind down its business in the U.K. and Australia.
Lionsgate launches “Ebony TV” with Ebony Media
Lionsgate and Ebony Media are partnering together on a new free streaming TV channel called Ebony TV.
Lionsgate to acquire Hasbro’s eOne for $500 million
Lionsgate says it has entered into an agreement to acquire toy company Hasbro's studio division eOne for $500 million.