Showtime Networks & A24 Films Sign Output Agreement

Showtime Networks and A24 Films have entered into an exclusive output agreement under which qualifying A24 films theatrically released through November 1, 2022, will air across Showtime, The Movie Channel and Flix, as well as on Showtime multiplex channels and streaming services.

The agreement allows Showtime Networks to exhibit high-profile A24 features across its premium services on-air, on demand and online. The deal will include up to 16 films annually produced by A24.

A24’s upcoming theatrical releases include Gotham Award-nominated Waves, starring Sterling K. Brown, Kelvin Harrison Jr. and Lucas Hedges; Mike Mills’ next film starring Joaquin Phoenix; Green Knight, starring Dev Patel and Alicia Vikander; Joel Cohen’s adaptation of Macbeth starring Denzel Washington and Frances McDormand; Zola from Janicza Bravo; and Jonathan Glazer’s untitled WWII project. The deal also gives Showtime Networks exclusive rights to the television premiere of A24’s previous Oscar-winning and nominated films including Moonlight, Lady Bird, Room and Ex Machina.

“We can’t wait to bring Showtime viewers this incredible collection of world-class films from some of the most acclaimed visionaries in the industry,” said Kent Sevener, executive VP of content acquisition and business and legal affairs at Showtime Networks. “Along with our award-winning series, documentaries, sports offerings and an already established library of theatrical titles, A24’s iconic slate of films exemplifies Showtime as a one-stop shop for curated, cutting-edge content.”

A24 said: “We are thrilled to be partnering with Showtime. They are one of the most dynamic platforms in the business, and they consistently showcase first-rate, singular programming. We think they are the perfect home for our diverse array of projects.”