Updated October 30, 2026 • By Isabella Endrinal
AGMTW score, out of 10
Magnolia's own catalog, so strong on a narrow slice of American independent film.
Value for money6.3
Cheap for a small, well-made independent catalog.
$4.99 a month. The cheapest service in the same category is $3.99 ($1 less). Weighed against what it carries (content 4.2/10), that comes to 6.3 on value.
Content quality4.2
Independent American films from Magnolia.
We have no title-level data for this one, so this is our own read on how much there is worth watching.
Apps and devices5.4
Weak app, reaching 3 of the 12 major devices. Rated far higher on iPhone than Android.
Rated 4.92 on iPhone and 3.29 on Android. Works on 3 of 12 devices.
Streaming quality7.5
1080p, stereo; no 4K at any price.
Base plan streams in 1080p.
Magnolia Selects can be accessed via an array of iOS and Android phones and tablets as well as desktops and Roku devices. It is also available as a channel through Sling TV and Amazon Prime Video.
Subscriptions with unlimited access to Magnolia Selects cost $4.99 per month or a discounted $49.99 per year.
Another plan is available for “sub-genre subscriptions” that gives access to specific genres (action, comedy, horror, documentary) for only $2.99 per month.
Also available as an Amazon Prime Video premium channel
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Sign up for AnnualMagnolia Selects is an on-demand streaming platform created and curated by Magnolia Pictures, a major player in the indie film industry.
There seems to be a little something for everyone on Magnolia Selects, though with a particular focus on arthouse films. You will also find a variety of genres including drama, horror, documentary and stand-up. The library is curated by Magnolia Pictures.
Subgenre streaming: If you know what you like (and don’t like), you can circumvent the all-inclusive subscription and just pay $2.99 monthly for access to a specific genre of titles. Choose from horror, comedy, gangster movies, and more.
Variety of content: There’s a great variety across the programming, particularly across indie films, with the library updated on a monthly basis.
How much does Magnolia Selects cost?
Magnolia Selects starts at $4.99/month. Plans range from $4.99 to $49.99/month.
Does Magnolia Selects have a free trial?
Yes. Magnolia Selects currently offers a 7-day free trial for new subscribers.
What devices support Magnolia Selects?
Magnolia Selects is available on Android, iOS, Roku.
Can I cancel Magnolia Selects anytime?
Magnolia Selects is a month-to-month subscription with no long-term contract. You can cancel at any time without penalty.
Is Magnolia Selects worth it?
Subgenre streaming: If you know what you like (and don’t like), you can circumvent the all-inclusive subscription and just pay $2.99 monthly for access to a specific genre of titles. Choose from horror, comedy, gangster movies, and more. Variety of content: There’s a great variety across the programming, particularly across indie films, with the library updated on a monthly basis.
Five criteria, each scored out of 10. The overall score is their weighted average: content 50%, value 20%, apps 20%, streaming quality 10%. Live TV packages are also scored on customization and add-ons (20%), with the other four scaled to 40%, 16%, 16% and 8%.
Value for money
0The most expensive service of its kind.
10The cheapest service of its kind, with full content.
Content quality
0None of the 20 most-watched cable channels, or nothing from our recommended list.
10All 20 channels, or the deepest catalog of titles we recommend.
Apps and devices
0A one-star app that runs on none of the 12 major devices.
10Five-star apps on all 12 major devices.
Streaming quality
0Below 720p.
104K on the plan we price.
Customization and add-ons
0A live TV package with no add-on packs to build on.
10Eight or more add-on packs at $15 a month or less.