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Here's your daily reminder that you don't own digital content
Sony has informed customers in several European countries that a selection of movies purchased through the PlayStation Store will be removed following the expiration of a licensing agreement with Studio Canal. This move affects hundreds of titles, raising concerns about digital ownership. Consumers are frustrated, realizing that purchasing digital content does not guarantee permanent access, especially as licensing agreements come and go. In contrast, there had been instances where publishers successfully renegotiated licenses to retain previously available content.
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Published 27 Jun 2026, 20:25 UTC1 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Sony is notifying customers of impending movie removals from their libraries.
- Loss of access is due to a licensing deal expiration with Studio Canal.
- Affected regions include the UK, France, Italy, and Spain.
- Customers are unlikely to receive refunds for removed titles.
- The incident highlights ongoing issues with digital ownership.
Interesting facts
- This is not the first instance of Sony facing licensing-related content removals.
- The potential for renegotiation exists, as seen in past instances.