If playing games on your PlayStation 5 is not enough and you want to watch movies too, you can use Sony Pictures Core, a movie streaming service. Sony Pictures Core, previously known as Bravia Core, is a movie streaming service available on PS4 and PS5 consoles. It offers access to a library of up to 2,000 movies from Sony Pictures, including early access to some titles, behind-the-scenes content, director’s commentaries, and exclusive offers.
The service also provides extra deals, like discounts on seven movies for seven days or access to additional content from Crunchyroll, available for a limited time. Check the PlayStation website or the Sony Pictures Core homepage for current deals.
You don’t need a PS Plus membership to rent or buy movies on Sony Pictures Core, but there are exclusive benefits for Premium or Deluxe tier subscribers. If you have a PS Plus Premium or Deluxe membership, you can watch up to 100 movies for free on Sony Pictures Core. These are the highest tiers available for PS Plus. Renting or buying an average movie on Sony Pictures Core typically costs between $3.99 and $15.99.
Sony Pictures Core is a free app available for download on PS4 and PS5 consoles. To get it, go to the Media tab on your PS5, press R on your controller on the home screen, select the magnifying glass icon in the top right corner, and search for Sony Pictures Core. Once you find it, select the app and press Download.
Using Sony Pictures Core requires enabling HDCP settings on your PlayStation. HDCP, which stands for High-Bandwidth Digital Copyright/Content Protection, prevents streaming or recording content while watching it on the app.
After downloading the app, you’ll be prompted to sign in with the PS Plus account or profile you’re using. If the account linked isn’t yours, select the correct email address. Next, agree to the terms and conditions by checking all the boxes and pressing Next.
You’ll be asked again if you want to link your PS Plus account with Sony Pictures Core. This is necessary to access the 100 free movies with a PS Plus Premium or Deluxe subscription. Press Agree and Continue to confirm.
Once your Sony Pictures Core account is created, you can navigate the app. Scroll through different categories and find the Included with PlayStation Plus section to access the free movies. Use the left arrow button to access the menu, where you’ll find the search bar, your Library, and Studio Access for bonus material like deleted scenes and director’s commentaries. When you find a movie you’re interested in, select it and press Rent or Buy, depending on your preference. You can find your purchased or rented movies in your Library.
