Netflix is in early talks with BuzzFeed to bring live episodes of the popular YouTube series "Hot Ones" to its platform, potentially hosted by Sean Evans. The show, where celebrities answer questions while eating spicy wings, has become a major…
The Roku and National Research Group (NRG) survey reveals that streaming and theater viewing can coexist, with 61% of streaming viewers preferring to watch new releases in theaters if released simultaneously on streaming. Top reasons for choosing theaters include the…
TheWrap looks at anime’s growing influence on U.S. streaming platforms, highlighting its appeal to younger, male audiences. Hulu leads the genre with 11.8% of its demand tied to anime, supported by the largest anime library, while Netflix captures 6.8% of…
Warner Bros. Discovery is launching a new division, Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences, to focus on live experiences like theme parks, studio tours, and exhibitions. Simon Robinson will lead the division, with Peter van Roden overseeing licensed ventures like Harry…
X (fka Twitter) launched its X TV app on select smart TVs, including Amazon Fire, Google, and LG, as part of a beta release. While the app aims to provide a way to stream X's video content, including SpaceX launches,…
Manta, a subscription-based digital comics platform, will add over 300 new webcomic titles in the next year and is revamping its in-app currency, GEM, to support creators. Known for popular titles like “Under the Oak Tree,” Manta aims to offer…
Jack Wagner dives into the ever-shifting world of CTV, OTT, and FAST channels, spotlighting the surge of interactivity that's reshaping the game. He breaks down the latest trends, like shoppable TV, interactive ads, AI, AR, and voice control, all designed…
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) has partnered with Vizio to promote the upcoming theatrical release of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice through a unique sponsorship integration on Vizio smart TVs. This collaboration utilizes Vizio’s home screen, content hubs, and new voice-prompt features to drive…
Amazon is considering selling MGM Alternative, the unscripted production company behind hit shows like Survivor, The Voice, and Shark Tank, just two years after acquiring MGM Studios for $8.5 billion. The potential sale reflects Amazon's focus on franchise-based entertainment and…
Kirby dives into Chick-fil-A's unexpected entry into the streaming space, marking a bold move for a quick-service restaurant brand. The company is set to produce original, family-friendly, unscripted content, leveraging partnerships with established production companies like Glassman Media. This venture…
