Disney's fiscal third-quarter earnings surpassed expectations with adjusted earnings per share of $1.39 (vs. $1.19 expected) and revenue of $23.16 billion (vs. $23.07 billion expected). The company's streaming services turned a profit earlier than anticipated, posting $47 million in operating…

Doug Liman criticizes Amazon MGM Studios over "Road House," but might overlook it as Amazon plans to expand its theatrical releases. Amazon aims to release 16 films annually by 2027, more than doubling its current output. This expansion, spearheaded by…

Roku is launching the Roku Sports Channel, a free ad-supported channel starting August 12, offering sports fans a comprehensive, always-on viewing experience. The channel will feature live and on-demand sports content, including MLB Sunday Leadoff games, live Formula E races,…

Google announced it is ending production of Chromecasts after over a decade. Despite halting production, Google will continue software and security updates for newer devices. The company is replacing Chromecast with the $99.99 Google TV Streamer, launching on September 24th,…

Disney and Pixar's "Inside Out 2" introduces new Emotions in Riley's mind and releases on June 14, 2024. Disney's streaming services posted a $47 million quarterly profit, a significant turnaround from a $512 million loss last year. Box office hits…

Disney now fully owns Hulu after buying NBCUniversal's 33% stake in December 2023 for $8.6 billion. NBCUniversal argues Hulu's value is higher, leading to arbitration. A third appraiser will determine the final payment, potentially up to $5 billion more, in…

Prime Video has launched an updated user interface globally, aimed at enhancing content discovery and user experience. Key changes include a new navigation bar with specific sections like “Home,” “Movies,” and “Live TV,” and a clearer distinction between Prime subscription…

YouTube is becoming the go-to streaming platform for many viewers, surpassing traditional services like Netflix and HBO. YouTube commands around 25% of total streaming time and 10% of all TV screen time. In a survey, 31% of US consumers chose…

Crunchyroll, the Sony-backed anime streaming service, has surpassed 15 million monthly paid subscribers. This milestone highlights the growing popularity of anime, with Crunchyroll boasting the largest dedicated library of anime content, including 50,000 episodes and over 25,000 hours of series,…

CNN has launched a new free, ad-supported streaming channel featuring content from its original series library. The CNN Originals FAST channel, available in the U.S. and internationally, includes series like “Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown” and “United Shades of America with…