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Microsoft Ends Movie and TV Purchases on Xbox and Windows

Buyers must turn to Movies Anywhere or other services for any new video content

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Overview

  • As of July 18, 2025, Microsoft has disabled all movie and TV show purchases and rentals on Xbox consoles and Windows PCs
  • Previously purchased movies and TV shows remain playable in the Movies & TV app with continued HD download and playback support
  • The company is not offering refunds for any past movie or TV transactions under its Microsoft Store Terms of Sale
  • Microsoft provided no explanation for the abrupt shutdown and declined to comment further when contacted by media
  • Microsoft’s FAQ directs U.S. customers to the Movies Anywhere cloud service or third-party platforms such as Prime Video, Fandango at Home and Apple TV for future video purchases