iflix, the world’s leading Subscription Video on Demand (SVoD) service for emerging markets, is thrilled to announce the launch of its revolutionary service in Lebanon. From today, consumers can sign up for a 30-day trial via iflix’s website, www.iflix.com, giving them unlimited access to thousands of the world’s best TV shows, movies and more on every device they own, with no credit card required and no obligations.

iflix kicks off activity in the region with a ground-breaking Egyptian comedy series, Waklinha Wala. A sitcom featuring 30 of the top stars in the Arab world, Waklinha Wala, is co-produced by Shadows (Ahmed Helmy’s Production Company), Front Row and the Kuwait National Cinema Council. The plot depicts the lives of four families living in a rundown building in Cairo’s renowned 5th district as they try to repair and rebuild the deteriorating building.

Each iflix subscription includes:

  • Unlimited access to iflix’s vast library of thousands of first-run exclusive shows, award-winning TV series, blockbuster movies, popular local and regional content, children’s programs and much more;
  • Access to iflix on up to 5 devices at once, including phones, tablets, laptops, desktops, TVs and other connected devices;
  • The ability to download TV shows and movies to any phone, tablet or mobile device to binge-watch offline, when not connected to the Internet;
  • The ability to share their iflix subscription with family or friends and watch shows on two different devices at the same time.

Nader Sobhan, Head of iflix MENA commented: “We are incredibly excited to bring iflix’s world class service to Lebanon. Offering users, a fantastic selection of the best TV shows and movies from all over the world, to stream or download on any device of their choice, iflix is primed to revolutionize the way Lebanese consume entertainment.”

“We understand that countries differ in culture and what local consumers want in each market is different. We are passionate about creating a service specifically for the needs and interests of Lebanese people. From content to marketing to distribution, our local customers are at the core of everything we do,” he added.

With over 170 studio and distributor partnerships, iflix offers subscribers the largest selection of iconic and critically acclaimed TV series and fan-favourite films available in the region. iflix’s growing library of exclusive, first run series include multi Emmy® winning series Mr. Robot, as well as this year’s smash hits The Cardinal, Ice, Ransom, Ekhtyar Egbari, Al Raboos, Al Ab Al Rouhi and many more – all available for the first time in Sudan with local subtitles. Amongst the hundreds of top international shows also available on iflix include every episode of Friends, The Walking Dead, Mad Men, Falling Skies and Fargo, in addition to many more Lebanese, Syrian and Egyptian movies and TV series. iflix additionally offers an incredible catalogue of kids’ content, including Yo Gabba Gabba, Milly Molly, Martha Speaks, Ben 10, and much more.

Monthly subscriptions for unlimited access to iflix will be priced at USD 4. Annual subscriptions will receive a 20% discount off the monthly rate and are priced at incredible USD 40 per year. 

With more than 5 million members and 5 billion minutes streamed since launch, iflix has established itself as the clear market leader in video streaming. iflix is now available to over a billion people in 18 territories throughout Asia, the Middle East and North Africa, iflix recently announced the establishment of iflix Africa, to make its world-class service available in Sub-Saharan Africa. Offering consumers, a vast library of top Hollywood, Asian and Middle Eastern regional, Turkish and many other local TV shows and movies, including many first run exclusives and award winning programs, each subscription allows users to access the service on up to five devices, including phones, laptops, tablets, and television sets, for viewing wherever, whenever. iflix subscribers can also download TV shows and movies from iflix’s extensive catalogue for offline viewing