LOVEFiLM launches on Wii products
LOVEFiLM has launched on Nintendo’s Wii home console with a launch on Nintendo’s new HD home console Wii U to follow shortly, transforming the movie viewing experience for up to eight million UK Wii users who will now be able to select and instantly stream movies and TV shows with a wave of their Wii Remote.
The launch will bring the LOVEFiLM Instant service into the homes of more film fans than ever before, enabling them to watch unlimited movies and TV series instantly through their Internet-connected Wii console from £4.99 a month.
LOVEFiLM members who have a Wii console are able to download the LOVEFiLM application from the Wii Shop Channel for free. Once installed, members can watch, search, browse, rate and review titles from the LOVEFiLM Instant catalogue – all as part of their existing membership package.
Shelly Pearce, marketing & PR director for Nintendo UK said: “We are thrilled to be partnering with LOVEFiLM to offer Wii owners and soon Wii U owners on-demand film and TV content to enjoy. LOVEFiLM has a proven track record of success and innovation in film distribution and is a very welcome addition.”
Jim Buckle, managing director at LOVEFiLM, said: “Launching on the Wii, combined with our impending arrival on the Wii U, is great news for our members. The Wii is a console for the whole family and with our vast catalogue of kid’s and family-friendly films and TV shows there’s more for everyone to enjoy at LOVEFiLM compared to any other subscription service. We offer our customers a great selection at exceptional value and the huge array of platforms we’re now available on means it’s never been easier or more convenient for our customers to access what they want to watch, however and wherever they choose.”