Starz has signed a multiyear agreement with Lionsgate and Summit for their premium subscription platform. Starz will get the exclusive first window period for Lionsgate films once their current distribution agreement with Hulu concludes at the end of 2021. Summit movies will move to Starz when their deal with HBO ends in 2022. Lionsgate already has a deal in place for their premium TV series to appear on Starz.

“Combining our strong slate of original programming focused on narratives by, about and for women and underrepresented audiences with Lionsgate’s diverse pipeline of both commercially successful and critically acclaimed franchises further enhances the value proposition we bring to our subscribers and partners,” Alison Hoffman, president of domestic networks for Starz, said in a statement.

“Demand for movies has never been greater, and this agreement has significant benefits for our company, our consumers and our partners. It represents a great opportunity to continue monetizing our robust theatrical slate while supporting the continued strong growth of Starz,” Lionsgate president of worldwide television distribution Jim Packer said in a statement.

“This agreement is the next logical step in capitalizing on the combination of our two companies. It gives our brands and franchises an exciting new platform home, accelerates the convergence of our studio and platform businesses and will support Starz’s continued growth into one of the world’s leading premium subscription platforms,” Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer said in a statement.