LGF Overview

Lions Gate Entertainment Separation: The Supreme Court of British Columbia has approved the separation of Lions Gate Entertainment Corp.'s Studio and STARZ businesses into two independent, publicly-traded companies, effective May 6, 2025.

Trading Information: Following the separation, Lionsgate is set to begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol LION starting May 7, 2025.

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Shareholder Meetings Announcement: Lionsgate and Lionsgate Studios are reminding shareholders to vote at their upcoming meetings on April 23, 2025, where they will seek approval for the separation of Lionsgate Studios' motion picture and television operations from Lionsgate's other businesses.

Proxy Materials and Voting Information: Revised proxy materials are available on the SEC's website, and shareholders can contact MacKenzie Partners for assistance with voting or questions regarding the meetings.

Separation of Businesses: Lions Gate Entertainment is set to separate its Starz and Lionsgate Studios businesses following a shareholder vote on April 23, which analysts believe will create opportunities for investors and improve the company's structure.

Analyst Upgrade: Analyst David Karnovsky upgraded Lions Gate's rating from Underweight to Neutral, raising the price target from $8 to $9, while expressing cautious optimism about Starz's medium-term outlook despite long-term concerns in the competitive streaming market.

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New Docudrama Series: FOX Nation will premiere part two of "Martin Scorsese Presents: The Saints" on April 4, 2025, focusing on the lives of saints who exemplified faith and selflessness, with episodes featuring Francis of Assisi, Moses the Black, and Mary Magdalene.

Production Details: The series is hosted and produced by Martin Scorsese, developed by Lionsgate Alternative Television, and includes contributions from various executive producers and writers, showcasing a blend of historical storytelling and documentary filmmaking.