In the FAQ on the page, Microsoft does say that any previously purchased content will still be accessible via the Movies & TV app, which you can still download from the Microsoft Store.

As of July 18, 2025, Microsoft will no longer allow new movie rentals and purchases on Xbox and Windows platforms through the Movies & TV app.

After 12 years, Microsoft is shutting down its storefront that let Windows and Xbox users buy or rent Movies & TV shows natively on the platform.

Microsoft, after nearly two decades, has exited the business of selling digital TV and movies. Without advance warning, Microsoft’s Movies & TV app as of Friday has stopped sales and rentals for ...

Effectively immediately, Microsoft is no longer allowing users to purchase or rent movies and TV shows through its app for Windows PC systems and Xbox consoles.

Without warning, Microsoft has discontinued sales and rentals of digital movies and TV shows for Xbox and Windows.

Microsoft's Movies & TV app no longer allows people to buy or rent movies and TV series.

Microsoft has abruptly stopped offering rentals and sales of TV shows and movies on its media platforms.

Microsoft has rather abruptly closed down its Movies & TV app, which is accessible on Xbox and Windows PCs via the Microsoft Store. This allowed people to rent or buy movies or TV shows natively ...

Microsoft is closing the doors on its digital video marketplace, but you'll still be able to play movies and TV shows you've already bought.

Microsoft shuttered its digital Movies & TV storefront on Friday, removing the ability for Windows PC and Xbox users to purchase entertainment content via native apps.