Netflix’s Chief Content Officer, Bela Bajaria, insists the company is open to backend deals for talent but claims most filmmakers and producers prefer upfront payments. While Netflix made an exception for Ben Affleck’s RIP, Bajaria noted that backend deals remain…
Skip unpacks Sony Pictures Entertainment's rough quarter, with profits sliding 21% to $223 million due to rising marketing costs and weaker catalog licensing. Despite a 6% revenue bump to $2.62 billion, operating income fell 16.5%. Meanwhile, PlayStation and Sony Music…
Apple is launching a dedicated Apple TV+ app for Android, expanding its reach beyond its own ecosystem. This move aligns with Apple's broader strategy of prioritizing content distribution over platform control, ensuring Apple TV+ is accessible on as many devices…
The Hollywood Reporter is calling March 2nd the end of TV, as the Oscars will stream live on Hulu for the first time, breaking free from the pay TV bundle. By 2025, every major broadcast event—including live sports and awards…
Tubi is back in the Super Bowl with a new ad that ditches the shock factor of its viral 2023 "glitch" spot for a more emotional approach. The teaser, made with Mischief @ No Fixed Address, introduces a baby “born”…
Jon Taffer, host of Bar Rescue, is partnering with TuneIn to launch exclusive audio content focused on small business advice and Las Vegas insights. The partnership will debut with two long-form shows in late 2025: Small Business Monday, offering entrepreneurial…
The 97th Academy Awards face challenges as the movie industry grapples with declining box office revenue, lower audience engagement, and a lack of major blockbuster nominees. With no billion-dollar hits like Barbenheimer, this year’s Best Picture lineup has underwhelmed commercially,…
Kirby unpacks Hub's latest Video Redefined report, which highlights Gen Z's growing preference for short-form, mobile-first content on platforms like TikTok and YouTube over traditional TV and movies. The report emphasizes that younger audiences value convenience, authenticity, and instant engagement,…
Apple’s Sports app now lists where to watch nationally broadcast games in the U.S., while also adding new soccer tournaments like the FA Cup and EFL Championship. The update improves navigation and expands features like live scores and play-by-play tracking.…
