Overview of the Licensing Deal
Lionsgate Television has entered into a new agreement with Netflix that grants the streaming giant international rights to the opening quartet of the Power franchise. According to industry source Deadline, the pact covers Power, Power Book II: Ghost, Power Book III: Raising Kanan, and Power Book IV: Force. In addition, Netflix will obtain domestic streaming privileges for the original Power series within the United States. Despite this expansion, Starz will continue to serve as the primary U.S. home for the brand, ensuring that all existing seasons remain accessible on its platform and on‑demand services.
What the Agreement Includes
The licensing arrangement is comprehensive yet non‑exclusive. It encompasses all six seasons of the seminal Power, four seasons of Power Book II: Ghost, three seasons of Power Book IV: Force, and five seasons of Power Book III: Raising Kanan. Because the deal is non‑exclusive, Lionsgate retains the freedom to license the same titles to other platforms in territories where the agreement applies. Notably, Canada is excluded from the Netflix arrangement; the franchise continues to air there through Starz’s partnership with Bell Media.
U.S. Availability and Starz Continuation
While Netflix secures the domestic rights to the original Power series, Starz will keep its role as the chief distributor for the franchise in the United States. All six seasons of Power—which have been streaming on Hulu since 2017—will transition to Netflix in November. However, every season of the four series covered by the deal will still be available on the Starz app and its on‑demand hubs, alongside forthcoming installments such as Power: Origins and Power: Legacy, which are not part of the Netflix licensing package.
Rollout Timeline and Regional Details
The rollout of the Netflix‑licensed catalog is slated to begin in early November. Release dates will differ across international markets, reflecting Lionsgate’s pre‑existing licensing commitments. In the United States, the migration of Power from Hulu to Netflix will occur concurrently with the global launch, giving American viewers a new streaming home for the flagship series while Starz retains its broader franchise presence.
Future Projects and Franchise Expansion
The announcement arrives as Power Book III: Raising Kanan prepares to air its fifth and final season on Starz, with the finale set for August 7. Looking ahead, Lionsgate Television is developing Power: Origins, a prequel that will spotlight fan‑favorite characters Ghost and Tommy. Additionally, the recently greenlit Power: Legacy will reunite Michael Rainey Jr. (known for Power Book II: Ghost and Amateur) as Tariq St. Patrick and Joseph Sikora (of Power and Ozark) as Tommy Egan. These upcoming projects underscore Lionsgate’s commitment to expanding one of Starz’s most lucrative properties.
Industry Context and Netflix’s Strategic Move
Netflix’s interest in the Power universe follows the strong performance of Nemesis, an original drama crafted by Power creator Courtney Kemp. Debuting in May, Nemesis amassed 32.6 million views within its first six weeks and has already earned a second‑season renewal. Kemp continues to serve as an executive producer across the Power saga alongside Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and Mark Canton, reinforcing the collaborative vision that drives the franchise forward.
