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APPLE TV ADDS 20 CLASSIC FILMS TO STREAMING CATALOG

INDUSTRY DESK1 MIN READ
MON, AUG 17, 2026

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Apple has expanded its Apple TV+ library with approximately 20 classic movies now available for subscribers, including The Martian, E.T., and Zodiac.

The newly available titles span multiple decades and genres, giving Apple TV+ subscribers access to a broader range of established films. The addition marks Apple's continued effort to compete in the crowded streaming market by diversifying its content offerings beyond original productions. The specific licensing deals enabling these films to appear on Apple TV+ reflect ongoing negotiations between Apple and major studios. Subscribers can now stream these classics alongside the service's original series and films. The move comes as streaming platforms increasingly rely on catalog depth to retain subscribers. Apple TV+ has primarily focused on original content since its 2019 launch, making this expansion a shift in strategy. Exact pricing and regional availability details were not immediately specified. Users can access the new films through their existing Apple TV+ subscriptions on compatible devices including iPhones, iPads, Apple TV boxes, and web browsers.

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