Cineverse has struck a new deal with Davis-Panzer Productions, securing digital rights to the Highlander franchise. The agreement expands Cineverse’s streaming library, bringing Highlander films and series to platforms like Cineverse and Midnight Pulp, along with other digital outlets.
Cineverse also recently acquired The Toxic Avenger remake starring Peter Dinklage and released the big hit Terrifier 3 last year.
What’s Included in the Deal?
The multi-year, multi-territory agreement covers nine movie and television titles. This includes:
- The original Highlander film (1986) starring Sean Connery, Christopher Lambert, and Clancy Brown
- All six seasons of Highlander: The Series starring Adrian Paul
- The spin-off series Highlander: The Raven starring Elizabeth Gracen
Additionally, Cineverse gains digital rights to other Davis-Panzer productions like Cat Chaser, O’Hara’s Wife, The Osterman Weekend, St. Helens, and Steel.
Highlander’s Legacy and Future
The Highlander franchise launched in 1986 with Christopher Lambert and Sean Connery, introducing audiences to the immortal Connor MacLeod. The film’s success led to several sequels and a popular TV series that aired from 1992 to 1998. Along with the movie, “There can be only one!” has become a cult favorite saying along with the Queen “Princes of the Universe” theme music.
A reboot of the franchise is in development at Lionsgate, directed by John Wick’s Chad Stahelski and starring Henry Cavill (Man of Steel, The Witcher). It’s expected to start filming soon in Scotland.
Statements from Cineverse and Davis-Panzer
Yolanda Macias, Chief Content Officer at Cineverse, expressed excitement about the partnership, especially with the upcoming Highlander reboot: “We are thrilled to continue our partnership with Davis-Panzer Productions and re-imagine new ways to deliver such a valuable IP to its fans. On the dawn of the highly anticipated new Highlander feature film currently in the works, the popular franchise will now be able to reach new streaming audiences.”
Priscilla Panzer and Katia Vitale Davis of Davis-Panzer Productions highlighted the deal’s timing with the franchise’s 40th anniversary and the upcoming reboot: “As we approach the 40th Anniversary of Highlander and the production of the Highlander reboot we are excited to continue our partnership with Cineverse. This collaboration allows our beloved stories to reach devoted fans and new generations while honoring the memory of Peter Davis and Bill Panzer, whose visionary work continues to inspire and shape the future of our company.”
Where to Watch
Fans can access Highlander titles and other Davis-Panzer films on Cineverse streaming services and other digital platforms in the coming months.
