When it does debut, the new service should let iTunes users stream movies from Apple's servers and
then re-download them to other devices. Apple has already announced that a cloud service is coming for music, and just rolled out an offering that lets iTunes user to re-download TV shows.
"But a cloud service for films is going to be a tougher nut to crack for Apple," CNet assures. "One reason is the HBO window," it adds, explaining that online retailers are legally prevented from delivering movie downloads from three HBO-restricted studios during certain time periods.