Legendary Entertainment Submits Takeover Offer for Lionsgate

Lionsgate Studios (LION) reported Q2 sales of $668.8M and a net loss of $15.5M. Shares rose 13.4% to $14.24, with a 1-year return of 107.3%. Analysts debate valuation, with some calling it 58% overvalued at a fair value of $9.00, while a DCF model suggests it's fairly priced at $14.56.

Lionsgate Studios reported Q2 earnings, highlighting strong indicators for the upcoming 'Hunger Games' film and a 4% rise in trailing 12-month library revenue to $1.04 billion. The company expects robust television revenue growth and strategic content licensing. Lionsgate has $1.487 billion in backlog, with 58% from television. Net debt stands at $1.5 billion, with plans to reduce leverage below 3 times by fiscal 2029.

Lionsgate Studios (LION) reported Q2 2027 revenue of $669M, up 41% YoY, with adjusted OIBDA of $72M. The company highlighted its film slate, including 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping,' and growth in TV, stage, and gaming franchises. Library revenue reached $1.04B over the trailing 12 months, the second highest in the studio's history.

Lionsgate reported Q2 2027 revenue of $669M, up 41% YoY, with adjusted EBITDA at $72M. Library revenue exceeded $1B, driven by franchises like The Hunger Games. TV segment revenue grew 56%. However, the company reported a GAAP loss of $0.05 per share and negative adjusted free cash flow of $8M. Net debt remains high at $1.5B. Management expects continued growth, driven by upcoming releases and strong TV backlog.

Lionsgate Studios reported 3Q 2026 revenue of $668.8M, up 40.8% YoY, with a net loss of $15.5M, narrower than the prior year. Growth was driven by Motion Picture and Television Production segments, while restructuring costs decreased. Theatrical releases like 'Michael' contributed to revenue.

Lionsgate reported Q2 revenue of $667M, up 41% YoY, beating estimates. Net loss narrowed to $15.5M from $113.5M YoY. Film and TV segments drove growth, with Motion Picture revenue up 30% and TV production up 56%. The stock rose 3.5% in after-hours trading. CEO Jon Feltheimer cited strong performance and growth trajectory. Library revenue hit $1.04B over the past year.