Tag: netflix

Moonbug Entertainment has hired Beatriz Miller as senior director of distribution and originals for North America, effective in 2025. Miller, who brings experience from Netflix and NBCUniversal/Telemundo, will focus on expanding Moonbug's North American market presence. Moonbug, part of Candle…

Bango dropped a new report highlighting East Asia's dominance in subscription bundling, with 34% of consumers opting for third-party bundles. The report emphasizes that localized content and super bundling are key drivers of subscription growth in the region. Japan, South…

Disney has launched its own password-sharing crackdown following Netflix’s successful model, aiming to convert unauthorized users into paying subscribers. This strategy mirrors Netflix's approach, which led to significant subscriber and revenue growth. We explore why other platforms like Max are…

Apple is pulling back on theatrical releases after disappointing box office returns for films like "Killers of the Flower Moon" and "Napoleon." Despite an initial $1 billion annual investment in theatrical films, Apple will now focus on lower-budget productions, with…

Jeff Zucker sees opportunities for media companies to create their own sports events and leagues as live sports rights are locked into long-term deals. He highlights the potential of "owned and operated" properties like Netflix's sports events and Redbird's Players…

The "streaming wars" persist as Netflix, YouTube, Disney, and Amazon leverage their distinct strengths, analyzed through "Streamonomics." Netflix’s "Primacy Advantage" comes from its first-mover status, while YouTube’s "Urgency Advantage" is driven by its creator-based model. Disney excels with its unmatched…

Disney+ has launched its password-sharing crackdown, following Netflix’s model. The "Paid Sharing" program charges $6.99/month for an extra member on the ad-supported plan and $9.99 on the ad-free plan. With upcoming price hikes, the cost for extra members will be…

The Hollywood Reporter explores how Netflix revolutionized Scandinavian TV, beginning with Lilyhammer in 2012. Over the past decade, Netflix has invested heavily in Nordic content, even as other streamers like HBO Max and Viaplay scale back. This investment has been…

Netflix’s 2024 mid-year data shows sports documentaries gaining traction, with The Roast of Tom Brady leading at 22.4 million U.S. views. Other top sports titles include Drive to Survive (11.6M views), Captains of the World (8.7M views), and America’s Sweethearts…

Netflix is meeting with major talent agencies to discuss new compensation models, offering creatives less upfront but more based on success. This comes as Netflix remains dominant, while Paramount+, Peacock, and Max collectively account for less than 2% of U.S.…