Is MGM+ only available in the US?

Yes, MGM+ is a US-only service. A US VPN server gives it a US IP address to accept, which is what unlocks access from anywhere else.

Does MGM+ have all the James Bond films?

MGM holds the rights to the Bond franchise through its partnership with Eon Productions, so the majority of Bond films are on MGM+. Since Amazon acquired MGM in 2022, the library has been well maintained. Streaming rights on individual titles can move around over time though, so it's always worth checking the current catalogue on mgmplus.com before signing up specifically for Bond.

Which US city should I connect to?

New York and Los Angeles are the most reliable starting points. If either of those gives a location error, try Chicago, Dallas, or Seattle. Individual server IPs get flagged periodically, so switching cities usually finds one that works straight away.

Can I use MGM+ on a free VPN?

Free VPNs tend to have a small number of server IPs, and those addresses get flagged by streaming services quickly. You'll probably hit location errors consistently. A paid VPN with a large US server network gives you many more IPs to try, which makes a real difference.

MGM+ Location Block: What's Happening and How to Clear It

MGM+ (formerly Epix) is a US-only premium streaming service built around the MGM film library and its own original series. If you try to load it from outside the US, you'll get a location error before anything plays. The fix is connecting a VPN to a US server before you open the site or app, which gives MGM+ a US IP address to read and lets you straight in.

What's on MGM+

The MGM film library is the main reason to subscribe. That means the complete James Bond series, the Rocky and Creed films, the Pink Panther films, classic MGM musicals, and decades of other Hollywood titles. Amazon acquired MGM in 2022, which has helped the service grow its library and develop more originals.

On the original series side, From (a horror mystery that has built a big cult following) and Billy the Kid are the flagship MGM+ productions. Hotel Cocaine, a 1970s Miami drama, is another recent addition. There's a solid mix of films and series that you won't find on the bigger streamers like Netflix or Max.

MGM+ is available as a standalone subscription or as an add-on channel through Amazon Prime Video Channels. Check mgmplus.com for current pricing, as it does change from time to time.

Getting MGM+ working from outside the US

The key thing is to connect your VPN before you open MGM+. The location check happens as the page or app loads, so if your VPN isn't already running at that point, you'll get blocked. If MGM+ is already open, close it completely, connect the VPN, then reopen.

On NordVPN, search for United States and pick a city. New York or Los Angeles are good starting points. Once connected, open mgmplus.com in a private or incognito window. The private window step matters: a cached location cookie from a previous visit without the VPN can override your new VPN connection and still show a location error even when you're connected. A fresh private window starts clean.

Using ExpressVPN, select United States and choose a city. MGM+ blocks at the IP level, so individual server IPs do get flagged over time. If New York isn't working, Chicago or Dallas usually will. Our guide to switching servers has the steps for each app.

MGM+ location error screen shown when accessing the service from outside the United States — You need a VPN to watch MGM+ abroad.

Signing up for MGM+ from outside the US

If you want to create a new MGM+ account while abroad, you can do it with the VPN connected to a US server. Go to mgmplus.com and sign up as normal. You'll need a payment method that works in the US: an international credit card usually works fine, though if you have trouble with that, a US PayPal account or a US App Store/Google Play gift card (for in-app purchases) are other options.

If you already have an MGM+ account, just connect to a US server and log in. Your existing subscription stays active regardless of where you are.

If you're still seeing a location error

Check what MGM+ is seeing. Open our IP address checker with your VPN running. If it shows your real country rather than the US, the VPN isn't routing your traffic correctly. Switch to a different server and recheck.
Try more US cities. Chicago, Dallas, and Seattle are all good options if New York and Los Angeles aren't getting through. Close the browser tab or app fully between each attempt so the location check runs fresh.
Clear cookies and open a private window. A cached location cookie from a previous visit can stick around even after you connect. Open a fresh private window and load mgmplus.com from scratch.
Check for a DNS leak. If your DNS requests are leaking outside the VPN tunnel, MGM+ may see your real location even when your IP looks American. Our DNS leak guide covers how to check and fix it in each app.

The MGM+ app on mobile and TV

MGM+ has iOS and Android apps. Install your VPN app, connect to a US server, and then open the MGM+ app. You need a full system VPN app here, not a browser extension: extensions only cover traffic inside the browser, not the MGM+ app itself. If the MGM+ app isn't available in your local App Store or Google Play because of your region, the website at mgmplus.com in a mobile browser is a reliable alternative.

For smart TVs, MGM+ is available on Apple TV, Fire TV, Roku, and Samsung Smart TVs. If your TV supports a VPN app (Fire TV does, for example), install it there and connect before opening MGM+. For TVs that don't support VPN apps directly, setting up the VPN on your router means every device on your home network gets the US connection automatically, including your TV.