Netflix Announces Deal to Stream Sony Pictures' Films Following Theatrical Screenings
Posted: 16 Jan 2026, 20:43
Netflix and Sony Pictures Entertainment announced on Thursday that they have reached a multiyear Pay-1 agreement for Netflix to exclusively stream Sony Pictures' films worldwide after their theatrical screenings and home video releases for the first 18 months. The change will take place gradually starting later this year, and the deal is scheduled to take full effect in early 2029.
One of the first films to stream under the new deal is the upcoming 2027 live-action film of The Legend of Zelda franchise. The Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse animated film will also stream on Netflix under the deal.
One of the first films to stream under the new deal is the upcoming 2027 live-action film of The Legend of Zelda franchise. The Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse animated film will also stream on Netflix under the deal.