Watch ‘M3GAN’ and ‘M3GAN 2.0’ at Home: A Quick Guide

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Main Points

• Release Date: M3GAN 2.0 was released in theaters on June 27, 2025, and became available for digital purchase on July 15.
• Streaming Availability: The film will be available for streaming on Peacock starting September 26, 2025.
• Viewing Options: Users can either rent or buy M3GAN 2.0 from digital platforms like Prime Video.
• Subscription Deals: Peacock offers various subscription deals, including discounts for students and Xfinity customers.

Everyone’s new favorite murderous doll (sorry, Chucky) is back for another round. M3GAN dominated the box office in its first go, but M3GAN 2.0, which hit theaters last month, hasn’t been able to live up to the original hype. This time around, M3GAN’s creator Gemma (Allison Williams) is forced to resurrect her after a new AI bot, Amelia (created using the same technology that made M3GAN), becomes a threat to all of humanity. M3GAN 2.0 is faster, stronger, and of course, taller, but otherwise the same dancing diva AI doll you’ve come to love.

Universal is hoping to find its audience outside of theater now that the film is officially available to watch at home. Here’s what you need to know to watch M3GAN and M3GAN 2.0.

When does M3GAN 2.0 come out?

M3GAN 2.0 hit theaters June 27, 2025, about a year and a half after the AI doll’s first murder spree. It officially made its at-home debut on digital-on-demand services like Prime Video and Apple TV on July 15. It’s set to make its streaming debut on Peacock on Sept. 26.

Check out the official trailer for a glimpse at what’s to come. Yes, there’s more dancing.

How to watch M3GAN 2.0

Rent or buy on digital

As of July 15, you can purchase or rent the film at digital-on-demand retailers (like Prime Video or Fandango at Home). The film is available to buy for $24.99 or rent for $19.99. While it’s certainly tempting to save a few bucks and opt for the rental option, just be aware that you’ll only get 30 days to watch the film and just 48 hours to finish it once you start. If you choose to buy it instead, then it’s yours to keep.

Stream it on Peacock

When and where will it be streaming? As a Universal Pictures film, it’s no surprise that M3GAN 2.0 will make its streaming debut on Peacock, the NBCUniversal-owned service. Following the same schedule as previous Blumhouse titles (like Drop and The Woman in the Yard), M3GAN 2.0 will arrive on Peacock on Sept. 26, 2025 for your viewing pleasure.

How to watch M3GAN

The original M3GAN movie debuted on Peacock when it first came out (which makes sense, as it’s a Universal Pictures film), then spent some time streaming exclusively on Starz. Thankfully, the film (as well as the unrated version) has made its way back to Peacock as of Aug. 24, so you can stream both films on the same app.

You can also rent or purchase M3GAN on digital on-demand retailers like Prime Video or Fandango at Home. Here are some quick links if you choose that route.

Note: Rentals give you 30 days to watch and just 48 hours to finish once you begin.

The best Peacock streaming deals

Best Peacock deal: Save 17% on an annual subscription

If Peacock isn’t running any sort of special (which it does a few times per year — keep an eye out around Black Friday), the best Peacock deal for most people on any given day is the annual subscription deal. When you pay upfront for the year, you’ll end up getting 12 months for the price of 10. A monthly subscription with ads usually costs $10.99 per month (which adds up to $131.88), but paying upfront drops that price to only $109.99 (which breaks down to $9.17 per month). That’s a total savings of 17%.

For those who prefer watching without ads, you’ll pay $169.99 per year (which breaks down to about $14.16 per month instead of $16.99) for Premium Plus.

Best Peacock deal for Xfinity customers: free Peacock Premium for eligible accounts

If you’re an Xfinity customer, check out the eligibility details below before signing up for Peacock, as you might be able to score a subscription for free. Here’s a breakdown of who is eligible to get Peacock through Xfinity. You can also head to Xfinity.com for more details.

• Xfinity Internet customers who are Diamond or Platinum Xfinity Rewards members can get Peacock Premium for free by redeeming a reward for it. Sign in at xfinity.com/rewards and choose Peacock as a reward. Then, wait for your email (it may take a few hours) with instructions on activating the offer.

• NOW TV customers can also receive Peacock Premium as part of their service.

• New customers with Xfinity Internet and an X1 TV Box, Flex streaming TV Box, or a Xumo Stream Box from Xfinity can get Peacock Premium for free for six months.

Best Peacock deal for students: Save $8/month for one year

Students can save $8 per month on a Peacock Premium subscription all year long — that’s a total of $96 in savings. Just verify your student status through SheerID and use the unique promo code to knock the cost down to just $2.99 instead of $10.99. Once the promo year is up, you’ll be charged full price again unless you cancel.

Best for first responders, medical professionals, military, and teachers: Save $7/month

First responders, medical professionals, military personnel, and teachers can all get a Peacock Premium subscription (with ads) at a discounted rate of $3.99 per month by verifying their professional status via SheerID. Unlike the student deal, however, it’s not limited to a year. If you continue to meet verification qualifications each year, you can renew your subscription at the discounted rate — although you may have to go through the verification process each time and receive a new promo code.

Best for Instacart users: free Peacock Premium for Instacart+ subscribers

An Instacart+ membership ($99.99 per year) also unlocks a free Peacock Premium subscription ($109.99 per year value). That’s on top of free grocery delivery, lower fees, and credit back on eligible pickup orders. Plus, if you’re new to Instacart+, you’ll get a free two-week trial to test the waters. That means you can watch M3GAN and M3GAN 2.0 for free if you wait until the streaming debut to sign up. Just be sure to cancel before you’re charged.

Best for Mastercard holders: Get up to $5 back per month

Through Dec. 31, if you sign up for Peacock using an eligible World or World Elite Mastercard, you’ll automatically receive a monthly statement credit of $3 for Peacock Premium or $5 for Peacock Premium Plus. That ultimately drops the price of the Premium tier back to $7.99 (its former price before the most recent price hike) and Premium Plus down to $11.99 per month. Learn more about eligibility requirements on the promotional page.

Best for Walmart shoppers: free Peacock Premium for Walmart+ members

To compete with Amazon Prime, Walmart is now offering Walmart+ members the ability to choose Peacock Premium as a free perk. Peacock is a $109.99 value, so your $98 Walmart+ membership is already a better deal than paying for Peacock on its own. Add in free shipping (with no order minimums), fuel discounts, a Scan & Go checkout tool, and early access to deals during Walmart’s Black Friday sale and other major shopping events, and it’s giving Prime a run for its money.

UPDATE: Sep. 17, 2025, 6:00 a.m. EDT This article has been updated to include the latest streaming information and pricing details available for M3GAN and M3GAN 2.0.