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Lionsgate+ to shut down in the UK, exact details and how to obtain a refund
Well they didn't last, below text taken from HERE
Lionsgate+, the premium streaming service that launched in the UK just a couple of years ago, has officially announced its shutdown date in the UK.
Mark your calendars, then: February 29, 2024, will see the end of Lionsgate+’s journey in the UK.
Despite offering a unique blend of shows from Starz and other international platforms, including popular titles like Outlander, the service has struggled to carve out its niche in a market dominated by streaming giants.
As the service prepares to cease operations, Lionsgate+ has outlined key information regarding subscription cancellations and refunds, marking the final phase of its presence in the UK streaming market.
Why Is Lionsgate+ Shutting Down?
Lionsgate+ is set to shut down its UK operations on February 29, 2024, a decision influenced by the competitive streaming market and strategic shifts within its parent company.
This move, first hinted at in a memo from Starz CEO Jeffrey Hirsch, is part of a broader restructuring as Starz prepares to stand as a standalone entity, separate from Lionsgate (which currently owns it).
Lionsgate, a major player in film and television production, acquired Starz in 2016. Since then, the entertainment industry has seen rapid digital transformation.
Lionsgate has been reevaluating its strategy to focus on more profitable and sustainable aspects of its business, and this reevaluation has led to a decision to restructure, impacting various operations, including the Lionsgate+ streaming service in the UK.
Lionsgate’s Official Announcement
Starting this week, UK subscribers of Lionsgate+ are receiving on-screen notifications about the service’s upcoming closure.
In a statement, Lionsgate+ expressed regret over discontinuing the service and confirmed that all subscriptions will be automatically cancelled on February 29.
To facilitate a smooth transition, the company has assured subscribers that they will receive a prorated refund of their current subscription fee, credited to their original payment method.
This refund process may take up to 14 days. Until the service’s final day, subscribers will maintain full access, allowing them to enjoy all available shows.
Lionsgate+, the premium streaming service that launched in the UK just a couple of years ago, has officially announced its shutdown date in the UK.
Mark your calendars, then: February 29, 2024, will see the end of Lionsgate+’s journey in the UK.
Despite offering a unique blend of shows from Starz and other international platforms, including popular titles like Outlander, the service has struggled to carve out its niche in a market dominated by streaming giants.
As the service prepares to cease operations, Lionsgate+ has outlined key information regarding subscription cancellations and refunds, marking the final phase of its presence in the UK streaming market.
Why Is Lionsgate+ Shutting Down?
Lionsgate+ is set to shut down its UK operations on February 29, 2024, a decision influenced by the competitive streaming market and strategic shifts within its parent company.
This move, first hinted at in a memo from Starz CEO Jeffrey Hirsch, is part of a broader restructuring as Starz prepares to stand as a standalone entity, separate from Lionsgate (which currently owns it).
Lionsgate, a major player in film and television production, acquired Starz in 2016. Since then, the entertainment industry has seen rapid digital transformation.
Lionsgate has been reevaluating its strategy to focus on more profitable and sustainable aspects of its business, and this reevaluation has led to a decision to restructure, impacting various operations, including the Lionsgate+ streaming service in the UK.
Lionsgate’s Official Announcement
Starting this week, UK subscribers of Lionsgate+ are receiving on-screen notifications about the service’s upcoming closure.
In a statement, Lionsgate+ expressed regret over discontinuing the service and confirmed that all subscriptions will be automatically cancelled on February 29.
To facilitate a smooth transition, the company has assured subscribers that they will receive a prorated refund of their current subscription fee, credited to their original payment method.
This refund process may take up to 14 days. Until the service’s final day, subscribers will maintain full access, allowing them to enjoy all available shows.
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sorted byI can see more following suit and then you'll be left with just 3 or 4 big players and they'll be able to charge astronomical fees no doubt
£50 or so a year on IPTV and you can access all of that, and much much more. There are certain things on there that you can't access in this country (legally) no matter how much you are willing to spend. (edited)
Which honestly, if you only have a small selection, it's foolish to run solo, instead of piggy backing off a larger user base.
I looked at Lions gate sub as they had a year pass on sale. But there wasn't much to watch so I decided not do. Same with the Paramount + (edited)
Any ideas where their shows will end up? Assume Starz will launch in the UK now.