Warner Bros. Discovery is doubling down on kids content in India with 200 half-hours of new programming across Pogo, Cartoon Network, and Discovery Kids in Q2, heavily emphasizing local IPs like Chhota Bheem and Little Singham. The company is leveraging…
From the Archives examines the rise and quiet fall of Boomerang, Warner Bros.’ standalone streaming service dedicated to classic cartoons. Launched in 2017 and shut down in 2024, the platform was ultimately folded into Max amid a broader shift toward…
Universal Pictures earned approximately 100 million dollars in PVOD revenue from Wicked after a 40-day theatrical run that also delivered 424.5 million dollars domestically. Speaking at CinemaCon, NBCU's Peter Levinsohn said the studio’s release model has boosted profitability and expanded…
Ryan and Friends Plus is expanding its kid-focused SVOD footprint with launches on The Roku Channel in the U.S. and Amazon Prime Video Channels in the UK and Sweden. The service, built around Ryan’s World content, now claims 200,000 subscribers…
YouTube Shorts is rolling out upgraded creation tools—an enhanced video editor, AI-generated stickers, beat-synced clips, and smarter templates—in a direct swipe at TikTok. The update drops just ahead of the April 5 TikTok ban (which will get delayed), positioning YouTube…
Netflix has expanded its TV app to allow viewers to access the full range of subtitle and dubbing languages, aligning with the mobile and desktop experience. The move comes as non-English content accounts for nearly one-third of all Netflix viewing,…
The NFL will air all three of its 2025 Christmas Day games on streaming platforms, with two games on Netflix and one on Amazon Prime Video. Netflix continues its three-year Christmas Day partnership, while Amazon’s game falls under its existing…
NFL has partnered with WePlay Studios to launch NFL Offsides, a weekly game show streaming on YouTube starting April 15, 2025. The series brings together NFL players, Legends, and gaming creators to compete in physical challenges and video game showdowns,…
JioHotstar has surpassed 100 million paid subscribers, establishing itself as India’s leading streaming platform. The milestone reflects its scaled strategy, blending aggressive pricing, telecom partnerships, and a diverse content portfolio across sports, entertainment, and cultural events.
From the Archives goes back to the rise and fall of Blip.tv—a scrappy, creator-first platform that tried to go toe-to-toe with YouTube before the algorithm ruled all. Launched in 2005, Blip carved out a space for indie web series with…
