The Wild Robot and The Substance are the most pirated movies in Spain and Latin America.
Audiovisual piracy trends in Latin America and Spain increased in 2024. The phenomenon escalated with a penetration of over 40% in households connected to the internet in Latam, which is equivalent to almost 24 million households in the region, according to the latest report presented by BB Media.
According to the study, the problem is not limited to Latin America. In Spain, 30% of households (more than 5 million) access illegal content.
However, the forms of piracy vary between regions. In Latam, users prefer illegal streaming websites with movies, series, and live TV channels. In Spain, piracy centers on apps and M3U lists, downloaded from various sources to access unauthorized content.
One of the main reasons for this is the lack of availability of specific titles on contracted streaming platforms. Even with multiple services, many users cannot find the content they seek.
Another key factor is limited access to recent releases. Many people resort to piracy because they cannot watch movies or new seasons on streaming shortly after their theatrical release.
Sports Content Also Drives Piracy
Soccer is the most pirated sport, accounting for 82% of illegal content, followed by combat sports (23%) and motorsports (22%). Major leagues and Premier League tournaments are among the most pirated events.
Most Pirated Contents in Latam and Spain
The Wild Robot (2024) tops the list in both regions. Despite being available on eight platforms in Latam and 3 in Spain, it appears on 75 illegal sites.
The Substance (2024), which is available on Prime Video, Apple TV, and MUBI in Latam and Filmin in Spain, is pirated on 68 illegal sites.
The Penguin (2024) (original by Max) is the most pirated series in Latam. Highway (2024) leads in Spain.
Other popular series on illegal platforms include High Potential (Disney+) and Landman (Paramount+ and Claro Video).
