Apple has now announced that Sony Pictures’ “The Interview” is now available on iTunes. This is 4 days after the film was released online via Google’s YouTube, Google Play, Microsoft’s Xbox and a dedicated website – www.seetheinterview.com. The humour-laden movie depicting the travails of two journalists played by Seth Rogen and James Franco who are hired to assassinate North Korea leader Kim Jong Un, costs $14.99 to buy and $5.99 to rent.
Sony Pictures reported “The Interview” took in almost $1 million in ticket sales on Christmas Day. The comedy filled U.S. theaters in limited release without incident following promised threats of violence.
“Considering the incredibly challenging circumstances, we are extremely grateful to the people all over the country who came out to experience ‘The Interview’ on the first day of its unconventional release,” Rory Bruer, president worldwide distribution for Sony Pictures, said in an e-mail.
