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Discover extraordinary cinema
As of 30 August 2026, MUBI starts at $7.99/month. MUBI is a streaming platform for film enthusiasts featuring hand-picked cinema from around the world including classics, documentaries, and experimental films. Softwr lists it under Entertainment. MUBI is made by MUBI Ltd, launched in 2007, available on Web, iOS, Android.
Overview
What MUBI does
MUBI is a streaming platform for film enthusiasts featuring hand-picked cinema from around the world including classics, documentaries, and experimental films.
What people use it for
- Watching curated arthouse, independent, and classic international cinema
- Discovering festival and awards-circuit films not on mainstream platforms
- Getting a free weekly theatrical ticket via MUBI GO in eligible cities
- Reading editorial film notes and curation alongside streaming
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Where it falls short
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- Curated, rotating catalogue - films leave the service on a schedule rather than staying permanently available
- No live TV or broad back-catalogue - deliberately small, curated library rather than a comprehensive on-demand one
- MUBI GO (free theater ticket plus streaming) is limited to select cities
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Pricing
What MUBI costs
Taken from the vendor's own pricing page. Prices move, so check before you buy.
Monthly
$7.99 /mo
- Unlimited streaming access to curated films
- Download capability via iOS and Android apps
- Ad-free viewing
- Cancel anytime
Capabilities
Features
Curated films
World cinema
Documentaries
Classics
New releases
Smart TVs
Integration with Smart TVs
Streaming devices
Integration with Streaming devices
Account security
Account security security feature
Content access
Content access security feature
Web support
Available on web
Ios support
Available on ios
Android support
Available on android
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Questions people ask
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How much does MUBI cost?
MUBI costs $7.99 per month USD on a monthly plan. An annual plan is available that saves 38% compared to monthly billing, though the exact annual price is not shown on the pricing page.
SourceIs there a free trial for MUBI?
Yes, MUBI offers a 7-day free trial with no credit card required. After the trial ends, the membership converts to paid status.
SourceBehind it
Who makes MUBI
- Company
- MUBI Ltd
- Based in
- London, United Kingdom
- Founders
- Efe Cakarel
Timeline
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