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The LGF news page on Stock Titan aggregates company communications and related coverage for Lions Gate Entertainment Corp., whose shares trade as LGF.A and LGF.B on the New York Stock Exchange. Recent press releases link Lionsgate to Lionsgate Studios Corp., a standalone, pure play, publicly traded content company focused on motion picture and television production and distribution, and to the STARZ-branded premium subscription platform.
News items for the LGF symbols include consolidated financial results for Lions Gate Entertainment Corp., where revenue, operating income or loss, net income or loss attributable to shareholders, adjusted net income and adjusted OIBDA are reported. These releases often highlight trailing 12‑month library revenue associated with a large film and television library, and discuss performance drivers such as episodic television deliveries, licensing of library content, and the performance of motion picture releases.
Another key category of news concerns corporate transactions and governance. Press releases describe the proposed and completed separation of the Studio Business from the Starz Business into two independent, publicly traded companies through a plan of arrangement under the Business Corporations Act (British Columbia). Coverage includes announcements of shareholder meeting dates, proxy materials, court approvals, and the commencement of trading of the studio-focused company under the ticker symbol LION.
Investors following LGF-related news can also see updates about analyst and investor conference calls, where Lionsgate and Lionsgate Studios senior management discuss quarterly and annual results, as well as supplemental information on segment performance for Motion Picture, Television Production and Media Networks. By reviewing this news flow in one place, users can monitor how Lionsgate’s ownership of Lionsgate Studios Corp. and the STARZ premium subscription platform is reflected in its communications, financial reporting and corporate actions.
Lionsgate Studios Corp. (NYSE: LION) reported its Q1 fiscal 2026 results, marking its first quarter as a standalone company following the separation from STARZ. The studio reported revenue of $556 million with a net loss from continuing operations of $94.0 million ($0.35 per share). Key financial metrics include:
The Television Production segment showed strong performance with revenue up 20% to $288.5 million and segment profit increasing 150% to $26.0 million. The Motion Picture segment revenue declined to $267.3 million. Notably, the company's library revenue achieved a record $989 million for the trailing 12 months, representing a 12% increase.
CEO Jon Feltheimer outlined growth strategies for fiscal 2027, including three major film tentpoles and plans to double scripted television series deliveries. The company continues to focus on creating new revenue streams and expanding its content portfolio.
Lionsgate (NYSE: LION) has announced it will release its fourth quarter and full year financial results for fiscal year 2025 (ended March 31, 2025) after market close on Thursday, May 22, 2025. The company's senior management will host an analyst and investor conference call at 5:00 P.M. ET/2:00 P.M. PT on the same day to discuss the financial results. A live webcast will be available through the company's Investor relations website, with a full replay accessible following the event.
Lions Gate Entertainment Corp. has completed the separation of its Studio and STARZ businesses into two independent, publicly-traded companies. The company will now trade on the NYSE under the ticker symbol LION, with its dual share structure consolidated into a single class of stock. The separation, approved by over 99% of shareholders, aims to unlock value by creating two pure-play companies with distinct strategic priorities.
As a standalone content company, Lionsgate will focus on producing 30-40 films annually, including 12 wide theatrical releases, and creating over 100 scripted and unscripted TV shows. The company manages a 20,000+ title library and operates 3 Arts Entertainment for talent management and production.
The Supreme Court of British Columbia has approved the separation of Lions Gate Entertainment Corp.'s businesses into two independent, publicly-traded entities. The split will separate the Studio and STARZ operations, with the separation scheduled for May 6th, 2025. Following the split, Lionsgate will begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol LION starting May 7th, 2025.
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.
