Lionsgate signs VoD movie deal

MUMBAI: EchoStar Communications Corporation and its DISH Network satellite TV service have inked an agreement with Lionsgate Entertainment to carry the studio’s titles on its Video On Demand platform, DISH On Demand, as well as Pay-Per-View services, including high definition (HD).


 


DISH Network’s DISH On Demand service gives customers the power to enjoy movies and other programs whenever they want and is currently available on the DISH Player-DVR 508, DISH Player-DVR 510, DISH Player-DVR 625, and ViP622 DVR receivers. Customers have immediate access to the newest VOD movies on DISH On Demand and can use the DVR features (Pause, Fast Forward, Rewind) to enhance their viewing experience.


 


DISH Network Pay-Per-View offers a variety of movies every day.


 


“Lionsgate is a great addition to both DISH On Demand and Pay-Per-View. This agreement greatly enhances the variety of movie titles available to our customers,” said EchoStar vice president of programming Susan Arnold.


 

“With more than 12 million subscribers, EchoStar is a leader in satellite services and we feel strongly that this strategic partnership will enhance the value of Lionsgate’s wealth of filmed entertainment content. This agreement further cements Lionsgate’s position as a leading content driver and as an industry pacesetter, poised to maximize new opportunities offered by digital media,” said Lionsgate executive vice president, television distribution Jon Ferro.

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