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Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) and Lionsgate Studios (Nasdaq: LION) have issued a reminder for shareholders to vote at their upcoming meetings scheduled for April 23, 2025. The meetings seek shareholder approval for the separation of Lionsgate Studios' motion picture and television operations from Lionsgate's other businesses, including the STARZ-branded subscription platforms.
Shareholders of record as of March 12, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. ET are eligible to vote. The boards of both companies strongly recommend voting 'FOR' all proposals. A supplement to the joint proxy statement/prospectus dated March 14, 2025, has been filed. Lionsgate currently owns approximately 87% of Lionsgate Studios, which operates as a standalone content company with a 20,000-title film and television library.
FOX Nation is set to release part two of its docudrama series 'Martin Scorsese Presents: The Saints' starting April 4th, 2025. The series, hosted and executive produced by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Martin Scorsese, explores stories of historical religious figures through three new episodes focusing on Francis of Assisi, Moses the Black, and Mary Magdalene.
The series, produced by Lionsgate Alternative Television, follows the first part released in November 2024 featuring Joan of Arc, John the Baptist, Sebastian, and Maximilian Kolbe. Each episode delves into individual saints' journeys, showcasing their acts of faith, kindness, and sacrifice across 2,000 years of history.
The production team includes writer Kent Jones and directors Matti Leshem and Elizabeth Chomko, with executive producers including Julie Yorn, Rick Yorn, Christopher Donnelly, and others from Sikelia Productions, Weimaraner Republic Pictures, LBI Entertainment, and Halcyon Studios.
Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) and Lionsgate Studios (Nasdaq: LION) have announced the rescheduling of their annual and special meetings to April 23, 2025, postponed from the previously planned March 10, 2025 date. The record date for shareholder voting eligibility is set for March 12, 2025.
The meetings will address proposals related to the planned separation of Lionsgate's Studios and Starz Businesses through a proposed arrangement involving multiple entities. Currently, Lionsgate owns approximately 87.8% of Lionsgate Studios, which operates as a standalone content company with diverse motion picture and television production and distribution operations, along with a 20,000-title library.
The arrangement details are available in the joint proxy statement/prospectus included in the Form S-4 filing with the SEC. Shareholders are encouraged to review these documents for complete information about the proposed separation.
Lionsgate reported Q3 fiscal 2025 financial results with revenue of $970.5 million and operating income of $35.8 million. The company posted a net loss of $21.9 million ($0.09 per share), while adjusted net income was $68.4 million ($0.28 per share). The Studio Business, comprising Motion Picture and Television Production segments, saw revenue increase 3% to $713.8 million, with Studio Adjusted OIBDA up 45% to $112.0 million.
Notable highlights include a 22% growth in trailing 12-month library revenue to a record $954 million. The Television Production segment showed strong performance with a 63% revenue increase to $404.6 million. However, Motion Picture segment revenue and profit decreased due to tough comparisons with previous year's releases. Media Networks North American revenue slightly declined to $341.9 million, though North American OTT subscribers grew by 170K sequentially.
Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) and Lionsgate Studios (Nasdaq: LION) have announced they will release their fiscal 2025 third quarter financial results, ended December 31, 2024, after market close on Thursday, February 6, 2025. The companies will host a joint analyst and investor conference call at 5:00 P.M. ET/2:00 P.M. PT on the same day.
The financial results of both entities will be presented and discussed on the same call. Lionsgate currently owns approximately 87% of Lionsgate Studios' outstanding shares. Lionsgate Studios operates as a standalone, pure-play content company with diversified motion picture and television production and distribution businesses, along with a portfolio of brands and franchises, and a 20,000-title film and television library.
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.
