Movie buffs will be happy to know they can now stream films from the Criterion Collection using a dedicated app.
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What is the Criterion Collection?
The Criterion Collection isa respected libraryof vintage and contemporary films, including auteur classics, Hollywood blockbusters, and independent B films.
Its editions often include restored transfers along with commentary tracks and supplemental features. Criterion says it works closely with filmmakers and scholars to ensure that “each film is presented as its maker would want it seen”. Criterion also publishes region 1 DVDs and region A Blu-rays for the North American market, and region B Blu-rays for the UK market.
You can purchase region B Blu-rayshere. Every film comes in its original aspect ratio, unless the filmmaker requested a different framing.
It’s worth checking outCriterion’s famous Top 10 lists, too, where filmmakers detail their favourite films in the Criterion Collection.
How much does Criterion Channel cost?
Subscriptions cost $10.99 a month (or $99.99 a year).
Note:Criterion.comandCriterionChannel.comhave separate accounts and billing that are not linked.
What can you watch on Criterion Channel?
The Criterion Channel streaming service first launched in 2019.
You can see which films are streaming on theCriterion Channel from hereor individual film pages atcriterion.com.
Here is a small selection as of January 2022:
How can you access Criterion Channel?
you’re able to use a computer web browser to stream fromcriterionchannel.com, or you use the Criterion Channel app.
The app is available on the following platforms:
Where is Criterion Channel available?
The Criterion Channel is available only in the US and Canada.
