LionsGate

What LionsGate does

Lionsgate (NYSE:LION) is a global content production and distribution company operating across motion picture production and theatrical distribution, television programming, international distribution, branded channel platforms, interactive ventures and games, and location-based entertainment. The company owns and operates a 20,000+ title film and television library alongside a stable of major franchises — Hunger Games, John Wick, Saw, Blair Witch, The Housemaid, Now You See Me, and the recently launched Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael'. It serves theatrical audiences globally, streaming platforms and broadcasters (NBC, ABC, Starz, Tubi, Roku's Howdy, Amazon Prime Video), and licensing/merchandise partners across consumer products, video games, fragrances, and experiential entertainment.

Revenue is generated across four primary streams: theatrical distribution (domestically via Lionsgate in ~3,900+ theaters, internationally via Universal Pictures across 82 markets, with box office splits between studio and exhibitors); streaming and TV licensing (Starz generates subscription revenue reaching 38+ million U.S. households; Lionsgate licenses library and original content to broadcast networks and FAST platforms); film production and co-financing (Lionsgate shares production costs and box office proceeds with studios and estates, e.g., Universal and the Jackson estate on the ~$200M 'Michael' biopic); and licensing and merchandising (John Wick fragrances, John Wick AAA video game with Saber Interactive, Now You See Me escape rooms, Blair Witch and Hunger Games merchandise). Distribution is multi-channel: domestic theatrical (Lionsgate), international theatrical (Universal), owned streaming (Starz), FAST (MovieSphereGold in 38M households via LTN), broadcast (NBC, ABC), and global licensing partnerships.

Underlying technology blends traditional film/TV production infrastructure with emerging AI tooling — specifically a custom AI video generation model co-developed with Runway (December 2024) for content creation workflows. The company is publicly traded on the NYSE under ticker LION (also referenced as LGF), incorporated in Delaware, USA, with regional operating entities in the United Kingdom (London headquarters, 45 Mortimer Street) and former India operations (Lionsgate Play, divested via management buyout in May 2026). The UK subsidiary (Lions Gate UK Ltd, company number 4046807) is the regional arm described by firmographic data; the consolidated parent is a multi-billion-dollar diversified content enterprise.

Name

LionsGate

Legal name

Lions Gate UK Ltd

Website

https://lionsgatefilms.co.uk

Company type

Public

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lionsgate (NYSE:LION) is a global film, television, and streaming content production and distribution company that owns franchises such as Hunger Games, John Wick, Blair Witch, and The Housemaid, distributes theatrically via Universal internationally, and reaches audiences through Starz streaming, broadcast partners, FAST channels, and a 20,000+ title library.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Motion Picture Production and Distribution

NAICS

Motion Picture and Video Distribution (51212), Motion Picture and Video Production (51211), Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers (516210)

SIC

Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Distribution (7822), Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Production (7812), Services-Allied To Motion Picture Distribution (7829)

akta.pro primary industry

Theatrical Distribution (Domestic) (MPADAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Theatrical Distribution (International) (MPADAJAB), Co-Production & Distribution Partnerships (Pre-Sales, Output Deals) (MPABANAI), International TV Program Distribution (Sales/Output Deals) (MPABAMAD)

Keywords

• Film production
• Tv distribution
• Theatrical releases
• Content licensing
• Streaming services

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Theatrical Distribution: Revenue from theatrical releases of feature films in domestic and international markets. Lionsgate distributes domestically while Universal handles international distribution for major titles like 'Michael', with box office splits between studio and exhibitors.
2. Streaming & TV Licensing: Revenue from licensing content to streaming platforms (Starz, Tubi, Roku's Howdy, Amazon Prime Video) and broadcast networks. Starz, a wholly-owned subsidiary, generates subscription revenue.
3. Film Production & Co-Financing: Revenue from co-financing arrangements where Lionsgate partners with studios and estates (Universal, Jackson estate) to produce high-budget films, sharing production costs and box office proceeds.
4. Licensing & Merchandising: Revenue from licensing Lionsgate IP (John Wick, Hunger Games, Blair Witch) for merchandise, video games, fragrances, escape room experiences, and other branded products.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Lionsgate produces, distributes, and licenses film and television content globally through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, broadcast networks, and merchandising partnerships. The company operates across multiple distribution channels including domestic theatrical distribution, international distribution via Universal Pictures, owned streaming platform Starz, television production for networks like NBC and ABC, and franchise IP licensing for merchandise, video games, and location-based experiences.

Product overview

Lionsgate (NYSE:LION) is a premier next generation global content leader with diversified presence in motion picture production and distribution, television programming and syndication, home entertainment, international distribution and sales, branded channel platforms, interactive ventures and games, and location-based entertainment. The company operates multiple product lines including theatrical film releases (such as the Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael', Hunger Games prequel 'Sunrise on the Reaping', Blair Witch reboot), streaming platforms (Starz, Lionsgate Play post-management buyout in India), television productions (The Rookie, Power: Origins), digital networks (MovieSphereGold), video games (John Wick AAA title), and documentary series (Martin Scorsese Presents: THE SAINTS). Lionsgate maintains a more than 20,000-title film and television library and has a bold, entrepreneurial culture driving original and daring content.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Blair Witch: Horror franchise including Blair Witch reboot
• Michael
• The Housemaid
• Hunger Games
• John Wick

Products and services

• Michael Jackson Biopic 'Michael' Musical biopic starring Jaafar Jackson as Michael Jackson, directed by Antoine Fuqua. Distributed by Lionsgate domestically and Universal internationally. Co-financed by Lionsgate, Universal, and the Michael Jackson estate with a budget of nearly $200 million.
• Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping Prequel film adaptation of Suzanne Collins' second prequel novel, telling the story of the Second Quarter Quell (50th Hunger Games) and a young Haymitch Abernathy's journey toward revolutionary opposition against the Capitol. Features ensemble cast including Joseph Zada, Ralph Fiennes, Elle Fanning, Glenn Close, Jesse Plemmons, and Kieran Culkin, directed by Francis Lawrence.
• The Housemaid's Secret Sequel to The Housemaid film adaptation of Freida McFadden's thriller novel. Starring Sydney Sweeney and new cast additions including Kirsten Dunst. Follows Millie Calloway as she suspects her employer's husband.
• John Wick AAA Video Game New AAA John Wick action game developed by Saber Interactive in collaboration with Lionsgate, director Chad Stahelski, and actor Keanu Reeves. Features an all-new script set years before the 'Impossible Task' plot point. Keanu Reeves returning to voice and portray John Wick.
• Starz Streaming Platform Premium subscription streaming platform owned by Lionsgate that offers Lionsgate content to subscribers. Reaches 38+ million U.S. households with international expansion. The Housemaid film debuted on Starz on April 1, 2026.
• MovieSphereGold Digital Network All-movie digital network launched through partnership between Lionsgate, Debmar-Mercury, and LTN. Available in 38 million U.S. households using LTN's multicast IP video distribution technology, with aim to reach 100% of U.S. pay-TV households by 2026.
• The Rookie (TV Series) Veteran cop drama series starring Nathan Fillion, created by Alexi Hawley. Renewed for season 9 by ABC, making it the third longest-running ABC drama series. Production companies Lionsgate TV and 20th Television secured $34.9 million California tax credit for upcoming season.
• Martin Scorsese Presents: THE SAINTS Docudrama series produced by Lionsgate Alternative Television, distributed by FOX Entertainment Global. Season 2 premiered on Fox Nation on November 16, 2025. Features Martin and Francesca Scorsese appearances.

Quantifiable outcome

• Hunger Games franchise generated over $3.3 billion globally
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Blumhouse ProductionscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2026Lionsgate partnered with Blumhouse Productions to co-produce the Blair Witch reboot, bringing back most of the original creative team (Joshua Leonard, Michael C. Williams, Eduardo Sánchez, Daniel Myrick, Gregg Hale) as executive producers. Blumhouse, known for low-budget horror hits, provides production expertise and risk-sharing for this high-profile franchise revival.
• Atomic MonstercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2026Atomic Monster (James Wan) joined Lionsgate and Blumhouse as co-producer of the Blair Witch reboot. The studio, known for The Conjuring and other horror franchises, brings additional horror production credibility and marketing reach.
• Universal PicturescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 24 April 2026Universal Pictures co-financed and handles international distribution for Lionsgate's Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael', opening in 82 markets. The partnership includes revenue and risk sharing on the nearly $200 million production budget, with Universal managing international box office collections.
• ScentbirdminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 6 March 2026Lionsgate collaborated with fragrance discovery platform Scentbird to launch an officially licensed John Wick-inspired Eau de Parfum. The limited-time fragrance features notes of gunmetal accord, spiced lemon, clary sage, cedarwood, and amber bourbon, available through Scentbird's subscription service.
• Saber InteractivecoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 13 February 2026Saber Interactive is developing a new AAA John Wick action game in collaboration with Lionsgate, director Chad Stahelski, and actor Keanu Reeves. The game features an all-new script and aims to recreate the signature gun-fu style of the film franchise.
• Debmar-Mercury & LTNminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 December 2025Lionsgate and Debmar-Mercury partnered with LTN to launch MovieSphereGold, an all-movie digital network using LTN's multicast IP video distribution technology. The network is available in 38 million U.S. households with plans to reach 100% of U.S. pay-TV households by 2026.
• Fox Entertainment GlobalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 30 October 2025Fox Entertainment Global distributes Lionsgate Alternative Television's 'Martin Scorsese Presents: THE SAINTS' series on Fox Nation. Lionsgate produces the docudrama series while Fox handles distribution through its streaming platform.
• Escapology Las Vegas Town SquareminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 17 October 2025Escapology Las Vegas launched a 'Now You See Me: Escape Room Experience' in partnership with Lionsgate, coinciding with the release of 'Now You See Me: Now You Don't' film. The experience monetizes Lionsgate IP through location-based entertainment.
• RobloxminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 16 July 2025Lionsgate joined Roblox's new licensing platform allowing creators to license entertainment IP for user-generated experiences. Lionsgate's presence on the platform enables Roblox creators to build experiences using Lionsgate franchise characters and worlds.
• RunwaycoreTechnology or Integration · 1 December 2024Lionsgate partnered with Runway to develop a custom AI video generation model for content creation. The partnership aims to integrate AI-driven production tools into Lionsgate's film and television development process, potentially reducing production costs and enabling new creative possibilities.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Blumhouse Productions: Co-production partner on the Blair Witch reboot and the most prolific horror studio of the modern era. Directly comparable in low-to-mid budget horror production efficiency, and now sharing franchise IP economics with Lionsgate on the Blair Witch revival.
• Universal Pictures (NBCUniversal/Comcast): Direct peer and active co-financing/distribution partner for Lionsgate's major tentpoles (Michael, Hunger Games). Universal handles Lionsgate's international theatrical distribution across 82 markets and shares production risk on $200M-scale projects, making it both competitor and most consequential channel partner.
• Paramount Pictures (Paramount Global): Closest-scale public studio peer. Operates theatrical distribution, television production, and streaming (Paramount+) with a similarly franchise-driven slate, comparable budget tier, and active discussion of strategic separation — directly relevant comparator for Lionsgate's post-Starz studio economics.

Broad incumbents

• Warner Bros. Discovery: Direct competitor in theatrical distribution, TV production, and streaming (Max). Warner Bros. licenses content to Lionsgate-adjacent platforms (e.g., Roku Howdy), making it a peer in library monetization and a competitor in franchise IP and broadcast programming.
• AMC Networks: Cable/streaming operator with a large content library and original programming focus (AMC+, Sundance Now). Comparable as a premium-content licensor and TV producer — though with limited theatrical exposure — competing for Lionsgate Television's broadcast and streaming customers.
• Sony Pictures Entertainment: Major theatrical distributor and TV producer with comparable franchise-driven strategy (Spider-Man, Venom, Uncharted). Competes with Lionsgate for theatrical release slots, talent, and global distribution partnerships.
• Walt Disney Studios: Largest US film studio and streaming incumbent (Disney+). Comparable as a diversified theatrical, streaming, TV, and licensing operator with globally monetizable franchise IP, but operating at significantly greater scale than Lionsgate and competing for similar tentpole release windows.

Emerging players

• A24: Independent theatrical distributor with a strong prestige-and-horror portfolio. Comparable as a content creator/distributor pursuing differentiated IP and genre franchises, though operating at a smaller budget tier than Lionsgate's tentpoles.
• Neon: Independent US distributor with strong awards-season positioning and selective franchise plays. Comparable as a non-major-studio theatrical distributor competing for premium exhibition slots and talent relationships.

Regional players

• Lionsgate Studios India (post-MBO): Former wholly-owned Lionsgate Play subsidiary, now independent under Rohit Jain via management buyout. Operates Lionsgate-branded content and distribution in India — comparable business model but exclusively focused on the Indian market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/lionsgateuk
• Facebookfacebook.com/LionsgateUK

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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