AMC Networks Unveils Relaunch of Sundance Now As The Definitive Streaming Home of Independent Film

Enhanced Platform Features New Theatrical Releases, Festival Favorites,
and a Curated Library Representing the Best in Independent Film

Official Sponsor of the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, Sundance Now to

Present Filmmaker Panel Featuring Jay Duplass, Amy Redford and Natalie Erika James at the Fest

Watch the Sundance Now promo here

New York - January 22, 2026 - AMC Networks, the global leader in targeted streaming, today announced the relaunch of Sundance Now as the premier streaming destination for independent film. Building on AMC Networks' decades-long legacy of excellence in storytelling and inspired by the late Robert Redford's commitment to supporting independent voices, Sundance Now brings the festival directly into viewers' homes with films straight from their theatrical runs, alongside an extensive library of curated titles, first-run premieres, and exclusive content from leading independent voices.

Following the model of AMC Networks' suite of market-leading specialty streamers, Sundance Now will provide a hand-selected, algorithm-free offering curated by and for independent film enthusiasts. With more than 1,000 hours of critically acclaimed programming from innovative auteurs, groundbreaking first-time filmmakers, and seasoned industry pioneers across all genres, Sundance Now seeks to capture the spirit of the local arthouse, with a focus on new discoveries of the moment.

"As the global leader in targeted streaming, AMC Networks brings deep expertise in building streaming products that connect with passionate communities," said Courtney Thomasma, executive vice president of AMC Networks' linear and streaming products. "We're thrilled to offer Sundance Now as a home for both filmmakers and film enthusiasts, leveraging our in-house film group and festival partnerships to promote access, discovery and affinity for culture-defining stories and storytellers."

As an official sponsor of the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, Sundance Now will present a filmmaker panel discussion, "Building a Home for Independent Voices & Storytelling," exploring topics of discovery, curation and redefining how audiences connect with independent cinema. Featuring filmmakers Jay Duplass (THE BALTIMORONS), Amy Redford (WHAT COMES AROUND), Natalie Erika James (SACCHARINE, which debuts at Sundance), and Scott Shooman, head of AMC Networks' IFC Entertainment Group, which includes the Independent Film Company, RLJE Films and Shudder film distribution labels as well as the IFC Center. The panel will take place at the Festival's Filmmaker Lodge on Saturday, January 24 at 1:30pm MT.

"As audiences have more options, and become more demanding, we wanted to recreate the film festival experience by showcasing a program hand-selected across all genres, by some of the best curators in the business. Our company has built a legacy around nurturing new creative voices, thought-provoking stories, and boundary-pushing cinema. Sundance Now deepens that commitment, furthering our ability to showcase independent film across our full distribution ecosystem - from theatrical to streaming - and deliver a taste-driven gateway to audiences craving the best in independent storytelling," said Shooman.

Among Sundance Now's offerings are:

• New Film Premieres Every Month​

Monthly film premieres will include new features direct from theaters and the festival circuit, including recently released and upcoming theatrical titles from the Independent Film Company, such as VIOLENT ENDS, starring Billy Magnussen, premiering Friday, February 6; 100 NIGHTS OF HERO, starring Emma Corrin, Maika Monroe and Charli XCX; THE PLAGUE, starring Joel Edgerton; FORBIDDEN FRUITS, starring Lola Tong, Lili Reinhart and Gabrielle Union; and OVER YOUR DEAD BODY, starring Samara Weaving, Jason Segel, Timothy Olyphant and Juliette Lewis.

• Featured Movie Nights Every Friday

Spotlight titles added every week, hand selected by our team of film enthusiasts around cultural beats to create the ultimate movie night experience. Upcoming selections include Sundance Film Festival standout CERTAIN WOMEN starring Laura Dern, Kristen Stewart, Lily Gladstone, and Michelle Williams (Friday, January 23); seasonal rom-com I HATE VALENTINE'S DAY, starring Nia Vardalos and John Corbett (Friday, February 13); OLYMPIC DREAMS, starring Nick Kroll and Alexi Pappas (Friday, January 30); and Steve Coogan's THE TRIP TO ITALY (Friday, February 20), for those who can't make it to Milan for the Winter Games.

• F​ilm Festival Spotlights

Dedicated collections featuring a selection of past award-winners and audience favorites from every major film festival worldwide spanning Sundance and TIFF to Venice, Berlin and more. Launch collections celebrate the best of the Sundance Film Festival, including "Sundance Icons" featuring festival standouts like BOYHOOD and GHOSTLIGHT, spine-tingling Midnight selections in "Sundance Thrills" like THE BABADOOK and SPEAK NO EVIL, and groundbreaking "Sundance Docs" from HOW TO SURVIVE A PLAGUE to JOAN RIVERS: A PIECE OF WORK.

• Curated Library with Refreshed Collections Monthly

A curated library of acclaimed dramas, talent-led passion projects and compelling documentaries, with featured collections ranging from critical darlings and cast-driven indie gems to foreign-language standouts and compelling true crime documentaries. Collections will be updated regularly around seasonal moments, cultural beats and filmmaker collaborations.

Priced at $7.99 per month - less than the price of a movie ticket - Sundance Now is designed to spark discovery for everyone from seasoned film experts to the culturally curious. To celebrate the launch, Sundance Now will offer an introductory discount of 50% off for a limited time using promo code SN50 at https://www.sundancenow.com.

About Sundance Now

Sundance Now is the premium streaming home for independent film from AMC Networks. It's an all-access pass to an unrivaled collection of critically acclaimed dramas, genre-bending thrillers, talent-driven passion projects, and thought-provoking docs. Experience a curated selection of festival darlings and filmmaker favorites, including Richard Linklater's Academy Award-winning BOYHOOD (Ethan Hawke, Patricia Arquette), Noah Baumbach's FRANCES HA (Greta Gerwig, Adam Driver), Armando Iannucci's THE DEATH OF STALIN (Jason Isaacs, Steve Buscemi), Matthew Johnson's BLACKBERRY (Glenn Howerton, Jay Baruchel), Tran Anh Hung's THE TASTE OF THINGS (Juliette Binoche), Olivier Assayas' PERSONAL SHOPPER (Kristen Stewart), Jennifer Kent's THE BABADOOK, and more. Feature films added every week, including new premieres direct from theaters - all for less than the price of a movie ticket. Sundance Now is accessible across most streaming platforms in the US and Canada, with plans starting at $7.99 per month. Facebook: @SundanceNow - X: @sundance_now - Instagram: @sundancenow - YouTube: @SundanceNow - Tik Tok: @sundance_now.

About AMC Networks Inc.

AMC Networks (Nasdaq: AMCX) is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in TV and film and the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world. The Company creates and curates celebrated series and films across distinct brands and makes them available to audiences everywhere. Its portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, All Reality, ALLBLK and HIDIVE; cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA (which includes U.S. distribution and sales responsibilities for BBC News), IFC, SundanceTV and We TV; and film distribution labels Independent Film Company and RLJE Films. The Company also operates AMC Studios, its in-house studio, production and distribution operation behind acclaimed and fan-favorite original franchises including The Walking Dead Universe and the Anne Rice Immortal Universe; and AMC Networks International, its international programming business.

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