Universal Movies to Hit Peacock 4 Months After Opening in Theaters [THR]

Universal Movies to Hit Peacock 4 Months After Opening in Theaters [THR]

Pictured: Universal’s ‘Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom.’

 

By Pamela Mcclintock

July 6, 2021 | Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and sister streaming service Peacock are joining forces in a major way, the two companies said Tuesday.

Beginning in 2022, all movies from the Universal empire will hit Peacock no later than four months after they open in theaters. This accelerates what’s traditionally referred to as the pay-one home entertainment window, which — in pre-pandemic times — didn’t kick in for six to seven months.

Read more on The Hollywood Reporter.

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