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Universal Pictures, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Warner Bros., Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and Paramount Pictures jointly started a download-to-own film service via Movielink.
Disney's latest offer is not exclusive, so the firm can still reach similar film deals with other operators, a firm spokesperson said.
Until April, major studios in Hollywood had been reluctant to offer their films on the internet for fear that this would encourage illegal copying of their films and dent revenue from box office and video rental sales.
Films downloaded from Disney's new service will be protected to prevent copying.
The first film to be made available will be Glory Road.
