Microsoft Ends Digital Sales and Rentals of Movies and TV Shows on Microsoft Store

Microsoft announced the discontinuation of digital movie and TV sales/rentals via the Microsoft Store, effective July 18, 2025.
Previously purchased content remains accessible through the "Movies and TV Shows" app, ensuring continuity for prior users.
This move aligns with Microsoft's pattern, such as discontinuing Groove Music, encouraging migration to robust platforms like Netflix or Amazon Prime Video.
Users of Xbox consoles are advised to consider dedicated streaming devices for optimized multimedia experiences.
The decision underscores a broader industry shift towards streamlined services and highlights the importance of resilient content ecosystems.

Microsoft announced the discontinuation of digital movie and TV sales/rentals via the Microsoft Store, effective July 18, 2025.
Previously purchased content remains accessible through the "Movies and TV Shows" app, ensuring continuity for prior users.
This move aligns with Microsoft's pattern, such as discontinuing Groove Music, encouraging migration to robust platforms like Netflix or Amazon Prime Video.
Users of Xbox consoles are advised to consider dedicated streaming devices for optimized multimedia experiences.
The decision underscores a broader industry shift towards streamlined services and highlights the importance of resilient content ecosystems.

Microsoft announced the discontinuation of digital movie and TV sales/rentals via the Microsoft Store, effective July 18, 2025.
Previously purchased content remains accessible through the "Movies and TV Shows" app, ensuring continuity for prior users.
This move aligns with Microsoft's pattern, such as discontinuing Groove Music, encouraging migration to robust platforms like Netflix or Amazon Prime Video.
Users of Xbox consoles are advised to consider dedicated streaming devices for optimized multimedia experiences.
The decision underscores a broader industry shift towards streamlined services and highlights the importance of resilient content ecosystems.

Microsoft announced the discontinuation of digital movie and TV sales/rentals via the Microsoft Store, effective July 18, 2025.
Previously purchased content remains accessible through the "Movies and TV Shows" app, ensuring continuity for prior users.
This move aligns with Microsoft's pattern, such as discontinuing Groove Music, encouraging migration to robust platforms like Netflix or Amazon Prime Video.
Users of Xbox consoles are advised to consider dedicated streaming devices for optimized multimedia experiences.
The decision underscores a broader industry shift towards streamlined services and highlights the importance of resilient content ecosystems.

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