“PROVOCATIVE, thrilling and edgy” films from the official streaming platform of the renowned Hollywood studio Lionsgate, will be brought to local viewers by mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), aimed at redefining the landscape of digital entertainment for Filipinos.

Lionsgate Play’s expansive library of blockbuster franchises and innovative, original series is made available to all Smart prepaid and postpaid subscribers starting from the long break, with affordable premium streaming subscriptions.

The line-up offers blockbuster franchises (including John Wick, The Hunger Games, Twilight, Step-Up and Saw), award-winning Lionsgate feature films (like La La Land and Wonder), original series that cut across multiple genres (such as Power, Gaslit, Party Down, The Serpent Queen, Ramy and Minx).

Movie enthusiasts or binge-watchers, Smart customers can take advantage of the best rates to access Lionsgate Play’s curated library from the groundbreaking partnership.

Since it entered the Philippine market in June 2022, Lionsgate Play has been making waves with its entertainment offerings that lean toward the

“Our partnership with Smart is an integral part of our continued expansion efforts across Southeast Asia,” said Rohit Jain, president of Lionsgate Play Asia. “This collaboration aligns with our vision to distribute our content more broadly.

“We also want to diversify our subscriber base, enabling audiences to ‘play more, browse less.’ We’re committed to strategic partnerships and Smart is the perfect partner to help us achieve that goal.”

Added Alex Caeg, head of Consumer Wireless Business at Smart, “This collaboration with Lionsgate Play solidifies our commitment to delivering the widest breadth of world-class entertainment to the fingertips of Filipinos.

“Through this partnership, we reinforce our mission to make sure that every Smart user has more options to enjoy the content they want to consume.”

“Powered by Smart, our customers can enjoy seamless streaming of their favorite movies, access their beloved series from Lionsgate Play’s phenomenal library,” said Kristine A. Go, senior vice president for Consumer Wireless Business at Smart.

“At home or on the go, subscribers have the option to indulge in uninterrupted entertainment and immerse themselves in top-notch streaming at their convenience.”

Smart subscribers will be able to enjoy cinematic offerings at incredibly affordable rates. A Lionsgate Play Philippines (LGP) subscription is priced at just P99/month for Smart subscribers, compared to the standard rate of P129/month.

Smart will also roll out an extra affordable seven-day subscription for a mere P39, making LGP’s exceptional entertainment available to everyone.

“We are beyond excited about this partnership,” said Lionsgate Play Philippines general manager, Cecile Marino. “This collaboration will enable us to extend our reach, bringing our impressive library of original series and blockbuster franchises – like Normal People, Killing Eve, Gangs of London, John Wick and Saw – to a wider Filipino audience.”

Lionsgate Play, a premium streaming service from Lionsgate India and Starz, offers bespoke quality content to its users. It boasts premium and curated content including premieres, billion-dollar franchise movies and binge-worthy box sets. Lionsgate Play is accessible to consumers in the Philippines via the app.

Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) is a wholly owned wireless communications and digital services subsidiary of PLDT, Inc., the Philippines’ largest and only integrated telecommunications company.

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Leah C. Salterio