Universal Filmed Entertainment Group has signed a new license agreement with Netflixrenewing the studio’s animated film pact and adding US rights to live-action titles from both Universal Pictures and Focus Features.

The two companies expanded an existing business that sees the likes of Illumination and DreamWorks Animation titles The movie Super Mario Bros and the The minions movies streaming on Netflix.

Additionally, beginning in 2027, US rights to the studio’s live-action films will also be licensed to the service up to eight months after theatrical release, after the premium video-on-demand window and after an initial release of four months in flux. Peacock. Such deals are very lucrative for legacy studios.

Netflix will have a 10-month window where Uni and Focus films are only available on Netflix before returning to Peacock, after which Netflix will also license titles from the Uni film slate for additional windows in subsequent years.

Prior to streaming, either on Peacock or Netflix, Uni titles will arrive on premium video on demand. Netflix deals are once every five years, says a source close to the deal.

“We have always valued our partnership with NBCUniversal and are excited to expand it to bring even more entertainment to our members in the US starting in 2027,” said Bela Bajaria, Netflix’s chief content officer. “Illumination and DWA animated films have always been incredibly popular on Netflix, and we look forward to adding Universal Pictures and Focus Features live-action films in the years to come. By combining these licensed titles with our Netflix original programming, we can offer our members an exceptional entertainment package with an even greater selection of movies to enjoy.”

“Through this expanded partnership, we are delivering an optimal experience for today’s consumer with a direct-to-consumer strategy that is beneficial to both NBCUniversal and Netflix,” said Peter Levinsohn, president of global distribution at NBCUniversal Studio Group, “We “We’re always looking to match our diverse film lineup and innovative showcase strategy with the right partners, and Netflix’s unparalleled support allows us to ensure our films are enjoyed in theaters and at home by the widest possible audience.”

Universal’s animated offerings have proven popular on Netflix, with films such as Boss Baby sing and various The minions consistently rates in the streamer’s most watched movies. As for live-action films, Universal previously signed a pact with Amazon that, starting in 2022, saw titles land on Prime Video after a stint on PVOD and Peacock.