Fmovies, widely regarded as the world’s largest illegal streaming network, has been dismantled, with its operations reportedly based in Vietnam. On August 29th, the Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment (ACE)—which includes major entertainment industry players like Netflix, Apple TV+, Amazon, and Walt Disney Studios—announced that it had partnered with the Hanoi Police to shut down Fmovies and its affiliated sites.
According to ACE, the network consisted of multiple websites, including Bflixz, Flixtorz, Movies7, and Myflixer, all of which were involved in what is believed to be the largest piracy operation in the world. These sites attracted a staggering 6.7 billion visits between January 2023 and June 2024. Fmovies itself was described by ACE as the most significant platform for sharing pirated movies and TV shows. The operation had been running since 2016 and had built a massive following over the years.
The Hollywood Reporter revealed that two individuals connected to Fmovies had been arrested as part of the crackdown. In addition to Fmovies, authorities also shut down Vidsrc.to, a video hosting service, along with other linked websites, all reportedly managed by the same group. This marks a significant victory in the global fight against digital piracy, with ACE leading the charge in bringing one of the most prolific piracy operations in history to an end.
This takedown highlights the growing international cooperation between law enforcement and industry bodies to protect intellectual property rights, sending a clear message to other piracy networks. The downfall of Fmovies not only impacts its operators but also serves as a warning to similar illegal services worldwide.