EPIX was launched in 2009 as a joint venture between several major film studios, including Paramount Pictures, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM), and Lionsgate. The service was created to provide a platform for streaming and downloading high-quality movies and shows, combining the strengths of its founding studios. Over the years, EPIX has expanded its offerings and grown its subscriber base, adapting to the evolving landscape of digital streaming.