Legendary Entertainment Makes Bid for Lionsgate Studios

Legendary Entertainment has revived talks and made a takeover offer for Lionsgate Studios Corp. according to people familiar with the matter. Lionsgate is the studio behind movies such as The Hunger Games and John Wick.

Bloomberg Markets and Finance • Oct 21, 2026

Lionsgate Studios: Legendary Entertainment Is Back

Lionsgate Studios surged on reports of a potential Legendary Entertainment bid, with M&A interest reigniting after prior quiet periods. Both LION and Legendary are positioned for near-term content windfalls, enhancing their strategic value and M&A appeal. Valuation analysis suggests LION's equity is worth $19–$24 per share, well above current trading levels around $12.50.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 21, 2026

Lionsgate Studios Stock Jumps on Report of Takeover Bid by Legendary Entertainment

Lionsgate and Legendary have been in talks since last year, Bloomberg reported, citing people familiar with the matter. No price tag was reported.

Barrons • Oct 20, 2026

LIONSGATE TO RELEASE SECOND QUARTER EARNINGS FOR FISCAL 2027 AND HOLD ANALYST AND INVESTOR CONFERENCE CALL AFTER MARKET CLOSE ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5

SANTA MONICA, Calif. and VANCOUVER, BC, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lionsgate (NYSE: LION) today announced it will release its financial results for the fiscal 2027 second quarter ended September 30, 2026 after market close on Thursday, November 5.

PRNewsWire • Oct 14, 2026

The Next Twilight Collection Is Here: Scentbird and Lionsgate Launch Exclusive The Twilight Saga: New Moon Fragrance

Following the success of its debut Twilight fragrance, Scentbird returns to Forks with an exclusive The Twilight Saga: New Moon fragrance, launching October 1 NEW YORK, Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Scentbird, the leading fragrance discovery platform, today announced the second drop in its collaboration with Lionsgate's fan-favorite The Twilight Saga, introducing a new exclusive The Twilight Saga: New Moon Eau de Parfum.  Following the strong response to its debut Twilight Eau de Parfum, a top-selling SKU since launch, Scentbird is bringing fans the next limited-edition offering in Twilight fragrance.

PRNewsWire • Oct 1, 2026

Drift Invites Fans Back to Forks with an Exclusive Twilight x Drift Scent Collection

Launching September 14, the brand's third major entertainment collaboration transforms one of pop culture's most iconic worlds into an immersive scent experience for car and home. NEW YORK, Sept.

PRNewsWire • Sep 14, 2026

Lionsgate: The Library Makes This More Than A Blockbuster Trade

Lionsgate is rated Buy, offering value from a recovering media business with a strong content library and improved operational focus post-Starz separation. LION's forward earnings growth is driven by a better film slate, increased TV deliveries, and disciplined cash flow management, and is not dependent on acquisition speculation. Projected fiscal 2027 revenue of $3.4 billion and 14% adjusted OIBDA margin underpin a share price target near $15, implying attractive upside from current levels.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 14, 2026

Lionsgate Stock Falls To 4-Month Low After Activist Investor Pushes AI Agenda

Shares in Lionsgate extended their losses Wednesday after an activist investor expressed restlessness with the company's stance on AI. On above-average trading volume, the stock ended the day at $11.73, down 1% to its lowest level since April. It fell 4% on Tuesday when news of the activist's agenda first surfaced.

Deadline • Aug 12, 2026

Lionsgate Is Off To A Strong Start, Might Not Finish The Year Independent

Lionsgate Studios delivered a strong Q1, with revenue of $776.6M and OIBDA of $79.3M, both beating estimates. Cash flow was robust, with $54M from operations and net debt down by $150M, providing greater financial flexibility. The movie studio drove results, fueled by hits like Michael and The Housemaid, with a promising upcoming slate and 21% backlog growth.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 10, 2026

Lionsgate Studios Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

Lionsgate Studios NYSE: LION reported fiscal first-quarter revenue growth of 48% year over year to $777 million, driven by strong motion-picture performance and contributions from recent releases, while management said it expects significant adjusted OIBDA and free-cash-flow growth for fiscal 2027.

MarketBeat • Aug 8, 2026