Newly purchased movie asks for authorization

I just purchased a movie last night from iTunes (Tinker/Tailor/Soldier/Spy, HD).
Today, attempting to watch via my Apple TV (2nd gen) home sharing, but it's asking for authorization.
-- the movie DOES play on the computer directly
-- I've tried deauthorizing/reauthorizing the computer. (iMac)
-- Tried disconnecting home sharing & reconnecting.
-- Tried upgrading Apple TV software (upgrade was successful, movie still asks for authorization)
-- Other purchased movies play without problems.
Any thoughts?

I'd submit a bug report to the itunes customer support
Apple - iTunes - Make Request for the iTunes Store
www.apple.com/feedback/itunes.html

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http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1389
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