Lionsgate Draws Interest from European Media Buyers
Originally published Jul 15, 2026
By Lucas Manfredi · TheWrap
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Key points
- Banijay is reported to be evaluating a bid for Lionsgate.
- Bollore and Mediawan have also shown interest in acquiring the studio.
- Lionsgate's stock rose more than 5% following the news.
- The company is working with an investment bank to assess suitors.
Shares of Lionsgate rose over 5% after reports that several European firms are evaluating a potential takeover. Banijay, the television production group behind formats such as "Big Brother" and "Survivor," is among the parties reportedly considering a bid, citing the need for scale in today's media landscape.
Other suitors include France's Bollore Group, which controls Canal+, and French‑based Mediawan, recently linked with The North Road Company. Lionsgate has engaged an investment bank to explore options but has not committed to any transaction, leaving open the possibility of remaining independent.
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