M3GANwas released on digital VOD platforms in a surprise move by Universal Pictures. TheBlumhousehorror film was only released in theaters roughly three weeks ago.

Blumhouse’sM3GANtells the story of a life-sized humanoid robot doll (Model 3 Generative Android) designed by roboticist Gemma (Allison Williams) to assist with caretaking duties and provide companionship to children. However, when Gemma decides to test M3GAN on her recently-orphaned niece, Cady, the robot eventually sets out on a murderous rampage, killing anyone she perceives as a threat to her relationship with Cady.

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M3GANwas a box office hitwhen it premiered on July 24, 2025, earning a worldwide total of $124.7 million as of this writing. Now, audiences can watchM3GANat home by buying or renting the film on digital platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Xfinity, VUDU, and DirecTV. Horror fans can rentM3GANfor $19.99 US or purchase the film for 24.99 US. Universal has not announced aM3GANstreaming release date.

AM3GANsequel is already in the worksand scheduled for a 2025 theatrical release. Williams and Violet McGraw, who played Cady, are reprising their respective role as Gemma and Cady. A follow-up is not surprising considering the box office success. However, a digital release forM3GANmight be a shock because the film is still performing well at the box office and only debuted theatrically less than a month ago.

Perhaps Universal believes untapped moviegoers are willing to pay to watchM3GANbut hesitant to visit theaters. WhileAvatar: The Way of Water’s $2 billion grossproves audiences are eager to watch movies in theaters, the pandemic is not over, and the winter months still see an increase in COVID-19 cases. Some people might not be willing to take the risk of seeingM3GANin theaters.

Whatever the reason for the surprise digital release,M3GANis considered the perfect film to start the yearby many, so giving more people to opportunity to enjoy the experience should be celebrated. The killer doll’s dance moves are best experienced in whatever way moviegoers feel most comfortable.

M3GANis now playing in theaters and on digital platforms.