Google to offer free movie downloads

Search giant Google has announced that it is to begin a trial of a new service that will provide movie downloads and other video clips for free. The content on offer includes videos that normally cost around $10, but will be free thanks to advertisers including Burger King and Hewlett Packard getting involved. Initially on offer for trial in the US, the service will be available in the UK, and will initially include old movies, cartoons and television shows. Movies such as Alfred Hitchcock's The 39 Steps or classic Charlie Chaplin sketches will be part of the offering. Felix the Cat also makes an appearance.