Microsoft Shuts Down Movies & TV Store After Nearly 20-Year Run
2025-07-19
Microsoft has announced the closure of its Movies & TV storefront on the Microsoft Store, effective July 18th. No new movie or TV content can be purchased through the Microsoft Store on Windows PCs or Xbox consoles. This follows the shutdown of Groove Music in 2017, marking the end of almost two decades of Microsoft selling digital movies and TV shows. Existing purchases remain accessible through the Movies & TV app, but users are encouraged to migrate to services like Netflix or Amazon Prime Video. The move is a significant shift for users who've built up collections on the Microsoft platform.