Exclusive: MAX Takes Down Zack Snyder's Justice League - What Really Happened?

MAX has silently removed Zack Snyder's Justice League's first official trailer from its YouTube channel due to licensing problems. Interestingly, the film has now also been withdrawn from the streaming service in one particular region. The trailer, which showcased the director's authentic vision, had garnered an impressive 31 million views. However, considering Warner Bros.' known opinion of Zack Snyder's Justice League, some speculate that the company may not appreciate it being MAX's most popular video. It is worth noting that the trailer had previously been temporarily delisted in November 2020 due to issues with music rights, but was reinstated after the matter had been resolved. Although other promos for Zack Snyder's Justice League can still be found on MAX's YouTube channel, some argue that licensing problems alone cannot justify the removal of this specific video while it remains available on other channels. Regardless, the situation has now escalated, resulting in the complete removal of Zack Snyder's Justice League from the MAX streaming service in one region.

Zack Snyder's Justice League was removed from MAX Europe, despite being available in other parts of the world on the streaming service. Users can only find the studio cut of Justice League by Joss Whedon when searching for the movie. This version is known for its toxic behavior on set and changes to Snyder's original vision. The removal in Europe led to increased demand for physical copies of the movie in Brazil. The reasons for the removal are unclear, with rumors suggesting involvement from DC Studios, Warner Bros. Discovery, or a strategic move to generate controversy and drive sales. The removal does not seem to be related to licensing issues or the trailer's removal.

The company's decision to incorporate Zack Snyder's Justice League into their business strategy may be perceived as a cutthroat move, given WB's potential involvement in dividing the DC fan base. Ideally, this is merely a miscommunication that will be resolved. However, it might be wise for fans to possess a tangible copy of Zack Snyder's Justice League, as it could signify the start of the company completely eradicating the film from its history. Zack Snyder's Justice League can be accessed on MAX in select regions, as well as in physical format.

Source: ScreenRant