Yesterday, we announced an exclusive distribution deal with Icon Film Distribution, one of the UK’s leading suppliers of theatrical feature films. [Here's the press release: LOVEFiLM boosts streaming content]
It means we’ll be offering Icon films to LOVEFiLM members on the PC (via the LOVEFiLM Player), through an internet-connected Sony or Samsung TV, and on the PS3™.
Precious, A Single Man, Edge of Darkness and The Road are just some of the films that are included in the agreement. Dozens of titles from Icon’s fantastic back catalogue will also be available.
Here’s just some of the coverage of the announcement:
Variety Icon, LOVEFiLM sign UK pact
Screen Daily LOVEFiLM adds Icon titles to streaming service [subs required]
New Media Age LOVEFiLM signs exclusive deal for Icon FiLM releases
Digital Spy LOVEFiLM signs Icon distribution deal
Broadband TV news LOVEFiLM secures Icon streaming exclusivity
Digital TV Group LOVEFiLM boosts streaming content
The Drum LOVEFiLM agrees online distribution deal with Icon Film distribution
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