Acquired by MGM Studios
Industries VideoVideo StreamingHeadquarters Regions Greater New York Area, East Coast, Northeastern US Sub-Organization of VIACOM PARAMOUNT on contract at CBS PARAMOUNT+Closed Date Apr 5, 2017 Founded Date 2008 Founders Emil Rensing Operating Status Closed
Company Type For Profit
Phone Number 212-258-6000
EPIX, a joint venture between Viacom Inc., its Paramount Pictures unit, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. (MGM) and Lionsgate, is a next-generation premium entertainment channel, video-on-demand and online service launched on October 30, 2009. With access to more than 15,000 motion pictures spanning the vast libraries of its partners and other
studios, EPIX provides a powerful entertainment experience with more feature films on demand and online and more HD movies than any other service. It is the only premium service providing its entire monthly line-up of new Hollywood titles, classic feature films, original series, music and comedy specials through the linear channel, video-on-demand and online at EpixHD.com, the leading online destination for viewing movies. EPIX has made the commitment to deliver the industry's most expansive online collection of movies, making more than 3,000 titles available online to subscribers this year. The service is available to over 30 million homes nationwide through carriage agreements with Verizon FiOS, DISH Network, Cox Communications, Mediacom Communications, Charter Communications and NCTC.
Transaction Name EPIX acquired by MGM StudiosAcquired by MGM StudiosAnnounced Date Apr 5, 2017 Price $1B