Universal Pictures has launched a new service that will allow users to download blockbuster films to watch on their iPod video.

The revolutionary service is the first of its kind to allow film fans to download the latest Hollywood movies legally from the internet.

From April 10th, iPod video users will be able to see King Kong tear through Manhattan streets or watch Keira Knightley’s Oscar nominated performance in Pride and Prejudice – two of the first films set for release.

Eddie Cunningham, chairman of Universal Pictures UK, told the BBC: “I think what you’re seeing here is the beginning of a revolution in terms of how we can distribute digitally and I would expect you’ll see a lot more news of this type over the next few months.”

Current estimates suggest that it will take between 40 minutes and an hour to for each film to be downloaded to a computer, though this will depend on internet connection.

All 6,500 titles will eventually become available as part of the service, though initially 35 are on offer including Love Actually and The Bourne Supremacy.