MUBI, the global film streaming service and distributor, has agreed to a $1.6 million settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit alleging the company failed to follow California’s strict laws regarding automatic subscription renewals. The lawsuit claimed that MUBI enrolled users into recurring payment plans without providing the required legal disclosures or obtaining clear consent from consumers. If you lived in California and paid for a MUBI subscription that renewed automatically, you may be eligible to receive a cash payment from this settlement
Lawsuit Alleged MUBI Violated California’s Automatic Renewal Law
The legal dispute began when a class action lawsuit, Cejudo v. MUBI, Inc., was filed in April 2025. The complaint alleged that MUBI, Inc. violated several California consumer protection statutes, including the California Automatic Renewal Law (ARL). According to the lawsuit, the streaming service failed to clearly and conspicuously disclose the terms of its subscription plans before customers signed up.
Under California law, companies that offer subscriptions must make it very clear that the service will continue until the consumer cancels it. They are also required to explain the cancellation policy in a way that is easy to understand and obtain “affirmative consent” before charging a customer’s credit or debit card for a renewal. The plaintiffs argued that MUBI skipped these essential steps, leading everyday people to be charged for services they may not have fully realized were recurring.
MUBI has not admitted to any wrongdoing but agreed to the $1.6 million settlement to end the litigation. For consumers, this settlement is a way to hold companies accountable for how they handle billing and to ensure that subscription services are transparent about where your money is going.
Who Is Included in the $1.6 Million MUBI Settlement?
The settlement is designed to provide relief to a specific group of California residents who were impacted by MUBI’s billing practices. You may be eligible for a cash payment if you meet the following criteria:
You resided in California at the time of your subscription.
You signed up for a MUBI subscription on or after April 1, 2021.
Your subscription automatically renewed at least once between April 1, 2021, and May 21, 2025.
You did not already receive a full refund from MUBI for those renewal charges.
Legal documents indicate that approximately 37,786 people fall into this “class” of affected consumers. If you are one of them, the settlement fund has been set aside to compensate you for the charges you incurred. It is important to note that this settlement is specifically for those who were billed in California, where the state’s Automatic Renewal Law provides these specific protections.
Important Deadlines: When Do You Need to Act?
In any class action settlement, timing is everything. If you miss the deadline to file a claim, you lose your right to receive a cash payment.
Claim Filing Deadline: All claim forms must be submitted online or postmarked no later than June 9, 2026.
Final Approval Hearing: The court is scheduled to hold a final hearing on July 16, 2026, to decide whether to officially approve the deal.
Payment Distribution: If the judge approves the settlement, payments will be sent out after the hearing, provided there are no legal appeals that delay the process.
We recommend filing your claim as soon as possible to ensure you don’t forget. Don’t stand alone in leaving money on the table; if you were unfairly billed, this is your opportunity to claim what you are owed.
Connect With an Experienced Attorney for Your Privacy Rights
While the MUBI settlement is a significant win for those affected, many other streaming services and subscription platforms continue to use questionable billing practices. If you feel you have been tricked into a subscription or charged without your consent by another company, you may have legal options.
There is no obligation to reach out and speak with a legal professional about your situation. Consumer advocacy groups and experienced attorneys often handle these cases on a contingency basis, meaning they only get paid if they win the case for you. If you’ve been frustrated by a company that makes it impossible to cancel a service, your experience could be the basis for the next major class action.
Take the Next Step Toward Your Refund
If you were a MUBI subscriber in California, don’t miss out on your portion of the $1.6 million settlement.
At ClassActionU.org, our mission is to empower you to hold large corporations accountable. By participating in settlements like this, you are sending a clear message that consumer rights must be respected. Stay informed, keep your records, and always remember that you have the power to stand up for your rights as a consumer. There is no cost to check your eligibility, so take a few minutes today to see if you are owed a refund
