Lionsgate studios Stock Price, News & Analysis

Lionsgate reported disappointing Q2 FY2025 results with revenue of $948.6 million and a net loss of $163.3 million ($0.68 per share). The company's operating loss was $88.6 million with an Adjusted OIBDA loss of $17.7 million. The Studio Business saw revenue increase 4% to $823.7 million but reported an operating loss of $34.8 million. Motion Picture segment revenue grew 3% to $407.1 million, while Television Production revenue increased 6% to $416.6 million. Library revenue grew to $892 million. North American OTT subscribers declined 2.6% to 12.4 million, impacted by a $1.00 price increase in September.

Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) and Lionsgate Studios (Nasdaq: LION) have announced the release of their fiscal 2025 second quarter financial results, ending September 30, 2024. The results will be disclosed after market close on Thursday, November 7, 2024, followed by an analyst and investor conference call at 5:00 P.M. ET/2:00 P.M. PT on the same day. Interested parties can access the live webcast through the Lionsgate and Lionsgate Studios Investor Relations websites. A replay will be available later that evening. Both companies' financial results will be presented and discussed during the call.

Lionsgate Studios is described as a leading standalone, publicly-traded content company, while Lionsgate owns approximately 87% of Lionsgate Studios' outstanding shares and the premium subscription platform STARZ.

Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) and Runway have announced a groundbreaking AI collaboration, marking the first partnership between Runway and a Hollywood studio. Runway will create and train a custom AI model based on Lionsgate's proprietary film and television content. This model will generate cinematic video to augment the work of Lionsgate Studios' creative talent.

Lionsgate Vice Chair Michael Burns emphasized the potential for capital-efficient content creation, with filmmakers already exploring applications in pre- and post-production. Runway's CEO, Cristóbal Valenzuela, highlighted the partnership's role in advancing artistic expression through technology. This collaboration aims to enhance storytelling capabilities and provide innovative tools for the creative process.

Lionsgate and Lionsgate Studios reported Q1 fiscal 2025 results. Lionsgate's revenue was $834.7 million, with a net loss of $59.4 million ($0.25 per share). Adjusted net income was $20.9 million ($0.09 per share). Operating income was $18.8 million, and Adjusted OIBDA was $104.5 million. The Studio Business revenue decreased 5.9% to $588.4 million. Motion Picture segment revenue fell 15% to $347.3 million, but profit increased 24%. Television Production revenue grew 10% to $241.1 million, while profit dropped 53%. Media Networks North American revenue increased 1% to $345.3 million, with segment profit up 54%. North American OTT subscribers grew 5.5% year-over-year to 13.2 million but decreased by 180K sequentially.

Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) and Lionsgate Studios (Nasdaq: LION) have announced they will release their fiscal 2025 first quarter financial results on Thursday, August 8, 2024, after market close. The companies will hold a joint analyst and investor conference call at 6:00 P.M. ET/3:00 P.M. PT on the same day to discuss the results. Interested parties can access the live webcast through the Lionsgate and Lionsgate Studios Investor Relations websites. A full replay will be available later that evening. The call will cover financial results for both entities, reflecting their status as separate publicly-traded companies with distinct operations in motion picture, television, subscription services, and location-based entertainment.

Stern Pinball, in collaboration with Lionsgate, is showcasing the new John Wick pinball games at San Diego Comic-Con from July 25-28. Fans can play the game, view movie props, and purchase exclusive merchandise at Stern's booth (#3721) and Pop-up Arcade at the Marriott Marquis. The game features an innovative AI combat system and incorporates iconic locations from the franchise.

Players can engage in high-speed car chases, complete missions for the High Table Factions, and take on John Wick's 'Special Assignment.' Exclusive merchandise includes John Wick x Stern Pinball T-shirts and a -edition LP album of the game's original score, signed by composer Charlie Benante. The game is available in three editions: Pro ($6,999), Premium ($9,699), and Edition ($12,999).

White Castle has announced a collaboration with Lionsgate to celebrate the release of the highly anticipated movie Borderlands, coming to theaters on August 9, 2024. Fans can look forward to -edition, Borderlands-themed retail and restaurant packaging featuring augmented reality (AR) experiences. This special packaging will be available on various White Castle Slider products and beverages, both in stores and restaurants across the U.S.

The packaging includes QR codes that unlock seven unique AR experiences, bringing the character Claptrap from Borderlands to life. This marks White Castle's largest film partnership to date, aiming to enhance the enjoyment of both White Castle and Borderlands fans.

Jamie Richardson, VP at White Castle, highlighted the collaboration as a way to bring extra fun to gaming and movie-watching experiences. The Borderlands franchise, known for its distinctive humor and art style, has garnered critical acclaim and a global fan base over the years.

Amagi has been chosen by Lionsgate as its global FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television) playout and delivery partner. This decision comes after rigorous testing of multiple vendors, highlighting Amagi's leadership in cloud-based SaaS technology for broadcast and Connected TV (CTV). The partnership will leverage Amagi's cloud technology to enhance Lionsgate's content delivery, allowing rapid channel launches and optimized content monetization. Lionsgate's extensive library, including titles like 'John Wick' and 'The Hunger Games,' will utilize Amagi's CLOUDPORT, PLANNER, THUNDERSTORM, and ADS PLUS platforms to manage and deliver multi-program and single IP channels efficiently. Amagi's infrastructure and expertise are expected to significantly support Lionsgate's expansion, setting a new industry standard for content studios.

Lionsgate announced it will adapt Suzanne Collins's upcoming novel 'Sunrise on the Reaping' into a major motion picture, marking the return of the Hunger Games franchise. The film, produced by Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson, is slated for a theatrical release on November 20, 2026. Francis Lawrence, who directed four previous Hunger Games films, is in talks to direct. The novel will be published on March 18, 2025. The Hunger Games series has sold over 100 million copies in 54 languages and earned over $3.3 billion at the box office. The franchise also includes theme park attractions and live events globally.