EPIX (Paramount, MGM, LionsGate) Content Leaving Netflix USA

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http://www.thewrap.com/netflix-dropp...s-other-films/

Netflix said Sunday that it won’t renew its contract with cable network Epix, preferring to develop its own original movies.

As a result, customers won’t be able to see such movies as “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire” or “World War Z” on Netflix after the contract ends at the end of September, Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos said in a blog post Sunday.

“While many of these movies are popular, they are also widely available on cable and other subscription platforms at the same time as they are on Netflix and subject to the same drawn-out licensing periods,” wrote Sarandos. “Through our original films and some innovative licensing arrangements with the movie studios, we are aiming to build a better movie experience for you.”

Epix's deal with Amazon Prime Instant Video is still active (it was renewed this year). And it has been reported that Epix will sign a deal with Hulu.

http://www.thewrap.com/epix-teaming-...place-netflix/