Sony Pictures Networks India is set to launch its new high definition premium English movie channel Sony Le PLEX HD. The network is in the process of seeking regulatory clearances and approvals. Subject to obtaining such approvals, the launch is planned in June.

The channel will serve audiences who seek entertainment beyond the mainstream movies from Hollywood.

Sony Le PLEX HD will offer avid movie viewers films that are popular and critically acclaimed. The focus for the channel would be to present the movies in a manner not seen before.

In a statement the company said it has made significant investment in securing rights for movies from Hollywood and the premieres on the channel include  Spotlight, Ex-Machina, Foxcatcher  and  Straight Outta Compton  to name a few and will also be home to critically acclaimed movies such as The Inglorious Bastards, Schindler’s List, Taxi Driver, Gladiator and Philadelphia  to name a few.