Spice Girls regain rights to Spice World film, streaming

The Spice Girls have regained full ownership of their 1997 musical comedy film "Spice World" and plan to make it available for streaming in the near future. Member Melanie Chisholm, known as Mel C or Sporty Spice, announced the news in an interview on The Louis Theroux Podcast, stating the group will present the re-edited film for fans to enjoy.

Chisholm explained that the film's rights were previously fragmented among many owners, making it unavailable on any streaming platforms. "It was kind of all over the place," she said. "So we've had to come together. The Spice Girls now fully own it, so we will be presenting it at some point in hopefully the not-too-distant future." As part of the re-editing process, the group removed the cameo appearance of disgraced comedian Gary Glitter. Chisholm noted the decision was straightforward during the edit, stating, "Oh, s***, he's got to go."

Released at the height of the group's fame, "Spice World" follows the five members-Chisholm, Geri Horner (then Halliwell), Melanie Brown, Emma Bunton, and Victoria Beckham-on a series of adventures around London in a double-decker bus as they prepare for a concert at the Royal Albert Hall. The film...