MGM
We are now years into the so-called streaming wars, with a host of media companies vying for our eyeballs (and credit card information). So, MGM’s Epix is operating in a crowded field with Epix Now. While Netflix was the early favorite to come out on top, there’s some stiff competition out there. HBO Max is making waves with its massive library of Warner Bros.-owned content plus new buzz-worthy originals, and Amazon Prime Video has been a contender for years, especially with its global reach.
But with a combination of legacy titles in its rich library, along with a host of new, prestige originals, Epix does have some impressive legs to stand on.
The big question is — is Epix worth it? We’ve gone through all the different questions you might have about the streaming service, from pricing to content offering to various specs and more. Have a look for yourself below.
What is Epix?
Joe Hindy / Android Authority
Before we focus on just streaming, it’s worthwhile to take a step back and look at the bigger picture. Epix isn’t just a streaming service. Owned by MGM, it is a 24-hour premium TV network. It’s made up of the flagship Epix and Epix Drive-In channels, offering a total of four premium, ad-free, pay TV channels and on-demand services.
Epix was also among the first legacy cable channels to offer its library online, and it has adapted to that model well. The platform is available at epix.com and through the Epix Now app on Android and iOS.
So, functionally, Epix is two things. It’s a traditional cable network with four distinct channels, and it’s a streaming service. Its library ranges from original scripted and documentary content to a huge library of Hollywood films.
Is Epix worth it?
MGM
Get Shorty, an EPIX Original.
So is Epix worth the subscription fee? Entertainment is personal and subjective, so your mileage may vary. But Epix offers a lot of bang for your buck.
With a low price point, a huge library of content including exclusive titles, and quality specs, it’s a solid service that deserves your attention. It won’t serve as a full cable replacement or even a comprehensive Netflix alternative, but it can be a fantastic second or third service for streaming fanatics looking for even more content.
How do you sign up?
The simplest and cheapest way to get Epix on demand is to subscribe to the cable network. All Epix cable subscribers get free access to the streaming platform. This applies to anyone with a TV or digital subscription to Epix — prices vary depending on provider and location within the US.
The following providers offer the service nationally:
- AT&T TV
- AT&T U-Verse
- Atlantic Broadband
- Blue Ridge Communications
- Buckeye Broadband
- CenturyLink Prism
- Cincinnati Bell
- Conway Corporation
- Cox Communications
- DIRECTV
- DISH
- EPB Fiber Optics
- EPlus Broadband
- Frontier Communications
- GCI
- GVTC Communications
- Hawaiian Telcom
- LUS Fiber
- MetroCast
- MTC Cable (NY)
- North State
- Philo
- Sling TV
- Spectrum
- T-Mobile
- Verizon Fios
- Xfinity
- YouTube TV
- Ziply Fiber
How much does Epix cost?
MGM
Enslaved, an EPIX Original docuseries.
Epix usually costs about $5.99 per month as a cable channel. You’ll have to check your local providers to confirm or to look for special deals. Epix isn’t just limited to cable subscribers though. Cord cutters have a great option, outlined below.
What is Epix Now?
Cord cutters can still access the same streaming content as cable subscribers; you’ll just need to sign up with a streaming-only account called Epix Now. You can sign up at the official website and download the app from your favourite app store. That will set you back $5.99 per month, so not breaking the bank by streaming standards.
With that $5.99 subscription, you can cancel anytime, stream unlimited Epix content, download titles to watch offline, and watch on multiple devices. Epix doesn’t advertise exactly how many screens can be logged in and streaming at once, so buyer beware. If you’re looking to share your password with friends or even just live with a big family or a lot of roommates, you may max out at some point.
How do I get Epix Now for free?
If you subscribe to Epix through your cable or digital provider, then you already have access through the Epix app. You may want to double-check in case you already have it as part of your existing cable bundle too. The app isn’t exactly free in this case, but since you’re already paying for the cable service, the app is effectively a free add-on.
If you sign up for the streaming app, you’ll get free trial access, but only for seven days, so be sure to cancel within that window to avoid being charged.
Other than that, you don’t have too many options for free access, beyond getting login info from a friend. Epix does periodically offer specific titles to watch for free, but these are rare, and typically the free viewing window is short.
What devices does Epix support?
There are some limits to device compatibility, but overall, Epix offers quite a few options.
The Epix Now app is compatible with Xbox and PlayStation consoles, Android phones and tablets, Roku players, Apple TV, iPhones and iPads, Amazon Fire TV, TiVo, and Chromecast. You can also stream from a variety of browsers on both Windows and MacOS.
Minimum system requirements
Before you sign up, you’ll want to make sure you’ve got the right home set-up to support Epix, so have a look at the relevant specs below.
Supported operating systems:
- Windows 8.1 or higher
- MacOS 10.10 or higher
Supported browsers:
- Google Chrome version 40 or higher
- Microsoft Edge version 38 or higher
- Mozilla Firefox version 40 or higher
- Safari 10 or higher
Can I download EPIX content?
If you’re not sure you’ll have a reliable internet connection or plan to be offline, you can still make use of your Epix subscription using the downloading function in the app.
Tap on the download option on the film or episode you want to download. You can see everything you’ve downloaded to your device in the “Downloads” menu. When you’re offline, open the app, and it will automatically take you to the “Downloads” menu.
Downloading doesn’t cost anything extra, and most Epix content is available to download. If a certain title isn’t available to download for whatever reason, you simply won’t see the download icon anywhere.
Where is Epix available?
MGM
War of the Worlds, an EPIX Original.
Let’s start with the bad news. If you’re anywhere outside the US or its territories, you’re out of luck. Epix is all American. That might change, but for now, those are the cards we’ve been dealt.
If you’re in America, you’re in luck. The cable network and streamer are available across the country and its territories. If you want the full cable experience, you’ll need to check your local TV or digital providers to find out how to sign up. If you’re just looking for a new streaming site, though, all you need is a steady internet connection and you’re good to go with Epix Now.
You can use Epix Now on your favorite devices, and you can sign up for it as a channel on Amazon Prime Video too (look out for special deals on Prime from time to time).
What can I watch on Epix?
Now that you know what Epix is, how much it costs, and where to find it, what can you actually watch on it? It’s all well and good to know what this will do to your budget, but let’s dig into what you actually get with your subscription.
The Epix library
The Epix film library is quite impressive, with a massive roster of classic and contemporary Hollywood films and indie darlings. These include recent blockbusters and indies like The Lost City, The Wrath of Man, The Wolf of Snow Hollow, and Love and Monsters, along with classic films like The Warriors, Night of the Living Dead, and Escape from Alcatraz. You can also check out franchises including James Bond, The Hunger Games, and Star Trek.
Availability varies, with some titles cycled out to make room for new films every two weeks.
Epix Originals
MGM
Punk, an EPIX Original docuseries.
Where things get a little more exclusive at Epix is in the selection of originals. Like its fellow premium cable networks like HBO and Showtime, Epix produces a wide variety of critically-acclaimed original content.
Epix original titles range from polished procedurals and genre series to enlightening and informative docuseries.
On the fiction side, the network produces a huge number of shows. Some are familiar properties, like the following:
- From tells the terrifying story of a town that won’t let its inhabitants leave.
- Billy the Kid chronicles the adventures of the infamous outlaw cowboy.
- Pennyworth follows the early days of Batman’s butler Alfred Pennyworth. (Later seasons have moved to HBO Max.)
- Condorupdates the story of Three Days of the Condor.
- The surprise hit Get Shorty adapts the best-selling novel of the same name, first made into a movie in 1995.
- War of the Worlds is the latest adaptation of H.G. Wells’ classic alien invasion novel.
Epix also boasts lush period dramas and other heavy hitters:
- Britannia, about the Roman invasion of Britain in 43AD.
- Belgravia, about 19th century British high society,from the creators of Downton Abbey.
- The star-studded espionage drama Berlin Station.
- The historical mob drama Godfather of Harlem.
The non-fiction side of Epix is just as impressive:
- Learn about the history of punk music in Punk.
- Follow a trail of corruption and fraud in The Panama Papers.
- Superstar Samuel L. Jackson explores shipping routes that were used in the American slave trade in Enslaved.
- Learn about recent political history in Slow Burn, adapted from the hit podcast with Leon Neyfakh.
- Reality TV hit The Contender, a boxing competition format from reality star producer Mark Burnett.
There’s original programming for just about every taste at Epix.
How does Epix hold up to the competition?
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority
With some Netflix premium subscriptions coming in at $20 per month, it’s hard to argue with the $5.99 price tag on an Epix subscription.
If you’re looking for a one-stop streaming service, you won’t get the variety of something like HBO Max, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, or Netflix, which offer huge libraries of films and TV series from different studios and networks, along with their own originals.
But Epix is a great add-on if you want some extra movie options or series you won’t find anywhere else. And it’s ad-free, unlike free services like Tubi and Pluto TV.
With a crowded field that includes the above services as well as Disney Plus, Apple TV Plus, Mubi, Peacock, Shudder, Britbox, the Criterion Channel, and seemingly more new options every day, Epix is quietly holding its own as an affordable premium option.
Other FAQs
The Epix cable network was an early adopter of 4K, becoming the first TV network in the US to stream its film library in 4K Ultra HD back in 2018. The company carried that high-quality mindset into their streaming offerings, enabling 4K streaming, as well. Granted, 4K streaming is only available on Apple TV and Roku devices that support Ultra HD.
As a premium cable service, Epix is ad-free, 24 hours a day. That extends into streaming too. Your monthly subscription fees mean you don’t have to worry about being bombarded with ads when what you want is the film and TV content you’ve come to stream.
Yes. There are both Epix and Epix Now Roku channels. In fact, new Roku devices often come with a 30-day free trial of the service.
Both the premium cable TV station and streaming service are owned by Metro Goldwyn Mayer (MGM). MGM is one of the world’s oldest film studios, giving the service access to a host of classic and current movies and TV shows.
Guides
epixEPIX NOWStreaming
FAQs
Is Epix worth $5.99 a month? ›
Movies Lists Epix
While its original offerings are squarely set in the TV realm (though Epix also has its fair share of exclusive stand-up specials), its movie catalog is worth digging into if you find yourself having access—either through the $5.99/month app or as a more traditional cable add-on.
So is Epix worth the subscription fee? Entertainment is personal and subjective, so your mileage may vary. But Epix offers a lot of bang for your buck. With a low price point, a huge library of content including exclusive titles, and quality specs, it's a solid service that deserves your attention.
What is Epix pricing? ›After the free trial period, the normal price of Epix Now on its app is $5.99/month. It is one of Epix's most affordable prices. As mentioned, Epix is available on many other platforms as well. Sling TV offers Epix channels at a rate of $24 per month.
Does Epix cost money on Amazon Prime? ›No, Epix is not free for Amazon Prime members. However, you can try it out by signing up for a 7-day free trial, after which you will be charged $5.99 per month! Is EPIX owned by Amazon?
What is included in EPIX subscription? ›EPIX, an MGM company, is a premium pay television network with a content line-up that consists of original series like Belgravia, Godfather of Harlem, War of the Worlds, Pennyworth, Slow Burn, and Get Shorty, and 1000s of movies and more on demand anytime.
Which is better EPIX or Starz? ›STARZ is an excellent premium value. The only premium channel/streaming service app cheaper than STARZ is EPIX, but we think STARZ has a stronger lineup of original series and a larger selection of movies. CINEMAX is close in price, but it actually offers less content than STARZ.
Why is Epix becoming MGM Plus? ›MGM's streaming service, Epix, will rebrand as MGM+ on Jan. 15, 2023, in conjunction with the platform's release of “Godfather of Harlem” Season 3. The relaunched network also announced an upcoming slate of scripted and unscripted series that were greenlit.
Is EPIX free on Roku? ›Watch Original Series and Hit Movies.
Subscription is pre-paid and auto-renews monthly for $5.99/month until canceled. Charges are non-refundable.
Watch Epix Originals Network Online | Hulu (Free Trial) New subscribers only. Cancel anytime. Additional terms apply.
Is EPIX owned by Amazon? ›Variety, which broke the news of the Epix rebrand to MGM+ in September, recently sat down with Wright for an update on the company's evolution under Amazon, which acquired Epix along with its $8.5 billion purchase of MGM that was finalized last March.
What is Amazon going to do with EPIX? ›
Amazon-owned cable and streaming network Epix will have a new name beginning in January: MGM+. The rebranding will debut Jan. 15, 2023, while the network continues with its current distribution channels and categories of content, Epix said Wednesday (Sept. 28) in a press release.
Can you watch Epix on Netflix? ›Epix and Netflix made things official Tuesday morning, formally unveiling a deal that will allow Netflix members to instantly watch an array of new releases and library titles from Epix streamed over the Internet. Movies from the multi-year, exclusive deal will be available as of Sept. 1.
Is Epix free on Firestick? ›MGM-owned premium network Epix today announced that its streaming service Epix Now is adding support for Roku and Amazon Fire TV devices. Epix Now, which is priced at $5.99 per month, launched in February with support for Android and iOS devices along with Apple TV.
How many channels do you get with EPIX? ›All four EPIX linear live channels are also available today through EPIX NOW on select connected TV devices, including Apple TV. “2019 is poised to be an incredible year of growth for our network,” said Michael Wright, President, EPIX.
What kind of shows come on EPIX? ›...
- Godfather of Harlem. ...
- Rogue Heroes. ...
- Billy the Kid. ...
- War of the Worlds. ...
- Belgravia. ...
- FROM. ...
- Domina. ...
- Condor.
EPIX is now MGM+ and will continue to deliver premium and commercial-free service featuring cinematic original content, blockbuster premiere movies and a curated theatrical library from MGM and leading Hollywood studios.
What is the cheapest way to watch Starz? ›Philo is probably the cheapest way to get a STARZ subscription. You can start with the flat rate of $25 per month that Philo charges for all its subscriptions and then add STARZ for just $9 per month. Read our Philo review or start the free trial.
Is Epix the same as Paramount plus? ›Paramount Plus will have access to non-Paramount movies also licensed by Epix including titles from MGM and Sony Pictures. That list will include the long-delayed latest James Bond feature “No Time to Die,” after its theatrical release.
Which premium channel is best for movies? ›- Netflix. Best for Original Movies. Jump To. ...
- Hulu. Best for Movie Variety. Jump To. ...
- Peacock. Best for Affordable TV and Movie Streaming. ...
- Amazon Prime Video. Best for Popular Movies. ...
- Disney+ Best for Family-Friendly Movies. ...
- HBO Max. Best for WarnerMedia Movies. ...
- KweliTV. Best for International Films. ...
- Tubi. Best for Free Movies.
Epix is being rebranded as MGM+ on January 15, 2023. Plus-2 streaming services with plus signs: Epix will be rebranded as MGM+ in January 2023, the company revealed Wednesday. Also Wednesday: Starz announced it will rebrand international streaming service STARZPLAY as Lionsgate+.
Does HBO MAX include Epix? ›
Choose CHOICE or above package and get HBO Max included for a year plus 3 months of Cinemax®, SHOWTIME®, STARZ®, and EPIX® included. Watch more movies, classics, original series, dramas, comedies, and sports.
Will Amazon rebrand its newly acquired Epix channel as MGM+? ›Back in May 2022, Amazon purchased MGM in an $8.5 billion deal. Now Amazon has started to move forward with its plans to change MGM and take advantage of its new content. Starting off with the name change of Epix to MGM+.
What is the monthly charge for Roku TV? ›There are no monthly fees for watching free channels or for using a Roku device. You only have to pay for subscription channels like Netflix, cable-replacement services like Sling TV, or movie and TV show rentals from services like Apple TV.
Is Hulu losing customers? ›Hulu ended the quarter with 4 million SVOD + live TV subscribers, down from 4.1 million the quarter prior but still up 25% year over year.
Is Epix part of Paramount? ›Epix is still Paramount's pay-one holder for its films after they leave theaters, but the two companies struck an agreement in June 2021 for non-exclusive rights to Epix's extensive catalog, which at the time totaled over 2,500 titles.
What is Hulu losing? ›Hulu's loss is Peacock's gain. NBCUniversal's claw-back of programming rights from Disney's Hulu has resulted in the removal this week of dozens of past seasons of popular shows on the streamer — including the entire run of “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” — as those have now flown over to NBCU's own Peacock.
How many subscribers does Epix have? ›In its announcement, Epix calls itself a streaming service, but at last count it reportedly had about 85 million subscribers, mainly through cable, satellite and telco distribution, getting a big boost from Comcast during the cable operator's distribution battle with Starz.
Who runs Epix? ›Epix was previously owned by Lionsgate and Viacom. In 2017, MGM acquired full ownership of Epix in a $1 billion deal.
How much a month for EPIX now? ›EPIX NOW offers a number of ways to watch: 1000+ movies and TV series to stream. Try EPIX NOW for $2.99 your first three months, then $5.99 every month after, cancel anytime. Stream live TV & on demand without any interuptions from commercials.
Why is EPIX becoming MGM Plus? ›MGM's streaming service, Epix, will rebrand as MGM+ on Jan. 15, 2023, in conjunction with the platform's release of “Godfather of Harlem” Season 3. The relaunched network also announced an upcoming slate of scripted and unscripted series that were greenlit.
How much is EPIX a month on Roku? ›
Subscription is pre-paid and auto-renews monthly for $5.99/month until canceled. Charges are non-refundable. Click "Learn more" for full terms.
Can you get EPIX on Hulu? ›Watch Epix Originals Network Online | Hulu (Free Trial) New subscribers only. Cancel anytime.
What is Amazon going to do with Epix? ›Amazon-owned cable and streaming network Epix will have a new name beginning in January: MGM+. The rebranding will debut Jan. 15, 2023, while the network continues with its current distribution channels and categories of content, Epix said Wednesday (Sept. 28) in a press release.
Is Epix part of Paramount plus? ›Paramount Plus will have access to non-Paramount movies also licensed by Epix including titles from MGM and Sony Pictures. That list will include the long-delayed latest James Bond feature “No Time to Die,” after its theatrical release.
Are EPIX and Hulu the same? ›Hulu, which is owned by Disney, began removing Epix titles and distributed films last week. Though Hulu offered Epix original series and licensed films through its video on-demand catalog, Hulu's live-streaming television service never offered the linear Epix cable network as an add-on package.
Can you get EPIX without cable? ›Movie-watchers will be happy to know EPIX is available through fuboTV. Read our review of fuboTV or discover it for yourself by signing up for a free trial. If you like to keep things simple and to the point, Sling TV might be your best pick.
Is EPIX free on Firestick? ›MGM-owned premium network Epix today announced that its streaming service Epix Now is adding support for Roku and Amazon Fire TV devices. Epix Now, which is priced at $5.99 per month, launched in February with support for Android and iOS devices along with Apple TV.