The change was revealed in updates on the Xbox and Windows FAQ pages for the Movies & TV app. The Windows statement explains, "Microsoft no longer offers new entertainment content for purchase ...

As of July 18, 2025, Microsoft will no longer allow new movie rentals and purchases on Xbox and Windows platforms through the Movies & TV app.

Effectively immediately, Microsoft is no longer allowing users to purchase or rent movies and TV shows through its app for Windows PC systems and Xbox consoles.

Microsoft is closing the doors on its digital video marketplace, but you'll still be able to play movies and TV shows you've already bought.

Microsoft has rather abruptly closed down its Movies & TV app, which is accessible on Xbox and Windows PCs via the Microsoft Store.

Microsoft shuttered its digital Movies & TV storefront on Friday, removing the ability for Windows PC and Xbox users to purchase entertainment content via native apps.

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Fans of Microsoft's movies and TV shop will need to purchase their content elsewhere now.