Sony strips access to purchased Studio Canal films in Europe by 2026

Sony has announced it will remove access to purchased digital content from Studio Canal in some European countries. The change takes effect on 1 September 2026. Titles like Attack The Block, Hot Fuzz, and Terminator 2: Judgment Day will no longer be available to stream or download. This is not the first time Sony has withdrawn previously bought digital media. The company’s latest move adds to a growing list of titles pulled from user libraries without notice. The announcement made no mention of refunds or alternative compensation for affected customers.

The decision comes as gamers continue to protest the removal of purchased products from digital stores. Many have criticised the practice for years, arguing that ownership should guarantee lasting access.

Elsewhere, Rockstar’s Grand Theft Auto 6 will launch as a digital-only release. Physical copies sold in stores will include a download code instead of a disc. Fans have reacted poorly to the news, fearing it could push more publishers toward digital-only models. Sony’s removal of Studio Canal content begins in September 2026. Customers will lose access to films and shows they have already paid for. The lack of compensation and the shift toward digital-only releases have sparked frustration among gamers and media consumers.