Variety: ‘28 Years Later’ Leads New Sony Deal as Spain’s Movistar Plus+ Renews Pact for Films and AXN Channels

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Movistar Plus+ and Sony Pictures Entertainment have renewed their long-standing partnership, securing continued access for Spanish audiences to Sony’s theatrical films and television content, including exclusivity in the Pay 1 window.

The new agreement ensures Movistar Plus+ remains the exclusive Pay 1 home for Sony Pictures films in Spain following their theatrical and home entertainment runs. Among the upcoming titles are “28 Years Later,” “I Know What You Did Last Summer” and “Karate Kid: Legends.”

The deal extends to Sony’s extensive catalogue, which includes blockbuster franchises such as “Spider-Man,” “Ghostbusters,” “Jumanji,” “Men in Black,” “Bad Boys,” “Hotel Transylvania,” and “The Da Vinci Code,” as well as critically acclaimed films like “Whiplash,” “Little Women,” and “Call Me by Your Name.” All-time classics such as “The Bridge on the River Kwai,” “Easy Rider,” “A Few Good Men,” “Kramer vs. Kramer,” and “My Best Friend’s Wedding” will also continue to be part of the offering.

In addition, Movistar Plus+ will continue to carry Sony’s AXN channel in its linear lineup, and reintroduce AXN Movies, dedicated to blockbuster films. AXN, a fixture in Spain for over 25 years, is home to hit series including “The Good Doctor,” “Criminal Minds,” “Chicago Fire,” and “S.W.A.T.”

The on-demand component of the deal includes access to over 100 full series via AXN Now, available at no extra cost to subscribers. Highlights include “Damages,” starring Glenn Close and Rose Byrne; “The Shield,” and Sony Pictures Television originals such as “Twisted Metal,” “High Country,” and “Accused.”

“It is fantastic to announce the extension of this strong, long-standing content partnership with Movistar Plus+,” said Mark Young, executive VP, distribution and networks, Sony Pictures Television. “We have a slate of feature and television titles here that we are extremely proud of, and we can’t wait for audiences in Spain to get to enjoy them following their theatrical window. Additionally, our AXN networks are in terrifically robust shape and through this partnership they will continue to be a benchmark in quality programming enjoyed across Spain.”

Daniel Domenjó, CEO of Movistar Plus+, added: “Through this agreement with Sony Pictures Entertainment our clients will be able to access the studio’s biggest titles, consolidating Movistar Plus+ as the home of cinema in Spain. We want to have the best film offer in Spain and be the first to showcase the biggest international titles. The renewal of our partnership with Sony Pictures Entertainment is a solid step forward for it.”