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Maximize Your TIFF 2024 Strategy: How Exclusive Distribution Data Can Boost Your Streaming Deals

September 4, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

With theatrical releases facing mounting obstacles, particularly in terms of profitability, streamers have become the go-to solution for many filmmakers. However, to navigate this shift successfully, it is crucial to have reliable data on what streaming platforms pay for content.

Fewer Films, Fewer Fans: TIFF 2024 Highlights the Trouble with Theatrical Distribution

September 4, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) has long been a vibrant showcase, especially for films seeking a U.S. distributor, but it faces a much harsher reality this year. The rise of streaming platforms has further complicated TIFF’s sales environment. This challenge is emblematic of a deeper problem in the industry.

Skydance Wins Paramount Deal as Bronfman Withdraws After Chaotic Bidding War

August 30, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

Edgar Bronfman Jr., the Seagram’s liquor heir who briefly posed a half-hearted challenge to Skydance Media’s takeover of Paramount Global, has officially withdrawn from the race. Bronfman’s exit clears the path for Skydance Media.

The Ad-Supported Gamble: How Netflix’s Missing Titles Affect Its Value Perception

August 27, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

At the launch of the ad-supported tier, 326 titles—about 5% of Netflix’s U.S. library—were missing due to unresolved licensing agreements. This gap includes around 60 Netflix Originals and 266 licensed titles, accounting for 11% of U.S. demand.

Streaming Services Join Forces: The Power of Bundling to Combat Churn

August 26, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

In response to the growing churn problem, streaming giants like Netflix, Disney, WBD, NBCUniversal, and Apple TV+ are launching bundled services. These bundles aim to provide greater value to consumers, thereby reducing the likelihood of cancellations.

The Churn Challenge: Streamers Vie for Viewer Loyalty in a Saturated 2024 Market

August 22, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

Despite the surge in streaming activity, SVOD platforms grapple with accelerated subscriber churn. The allure of a new show draws in viewers, but once the credits roll, many quickly cancel their subscriptions, leading to a cycle of rapid gains and losses.

Paramount Extends Skydance Merger Deadline as Bronfman Up Buyout Offer

August 22, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

As Wednesday’s deadline loomed, the already complex battle for control of Paramount Global took another twist. The investor group led by Bronfman made a desperate move to stay in the game by increasing its bid for National Amusements to $6 billion.

Deal Deadline Ends Today: Inside the Battle for Control of Paramount Global

August 20, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

Amid today’s deadline, the competition to acquire Paramount Global has taken a dramatic turn with the emergence of a new contender. Edgar Bronfman Jr., the heir to Seagram’s liquor, has submitted a $4.3 billion bid to acquire Paramount, directly challenging Skydance’s $8 billion bid.

Paramount’s Financial Turmoil: Soaring Losses, Layoffs, and Massive Impairment Charge

August 17, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

Amid a looming deadline to sell the once-storied studio, Paramount Global reported a staggering net loss of $5.4 billion in Q2 2024, primarily driven by a $5.98 billion impairment charge, a dramatic deterioration from the previous year.

Inside Netflix’s Next Chapter: Ad Tiers, Licensing Strategies, Partnerships, and Audience Engagement

August 7, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

From the rapid adoption of its ad tier to evolving licensing strategies and the challenges of maintaining a high hit rate, Netflix is navigating a complex streaming market with more competition than ever.

Paramount’s Troubled Waters: A Tale of Failed Mergers, Mismanagement, and Dubious Deals

August 4, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

Recent weeks have seen Paramount Global navigate turbulent waters, with its shares plunging and its credibility questioned. The highly publicized failed merger and acquisition bid from Apex Capital Trust has placed the company under intense scrutiny.

Netflix Leads All Streamers By Subscribers As Revenue and Profits Soar Despite Declining ARPU

July 29, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

The ARPU landscape is becoming more complex with the advent of hybrid Subscription and Advertising VOD options from Netflix, Disney+, and Amazon Prime Video, which recently introduced cheaper, ad-supported tiers.

Streamers Shift Focus Overseas Spelling Trouble for U.S. Production Output

July 27, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

Netflix and Amazon Studios are the powerhouses of the streaming industry, commanding the majority of content production and licensing activity. However, the bulk of their productions are increasingly taking place outside the United States. This international trend raises concerns about the future of Hollywood’s dominant production status.

Content Spending Slumps in the Post-Peak Television Era

July 19, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

After reaching unprecedented heights, the film and television market is now charting a more cautious path in the post-peak television era. Several recent forecasts shed light on the slowdown in television content spending, emphasizing the shift in priorities and austerity for major media companies.

Piecing Together the Future of Streaming: The Rise of Bundling and Aggregation

July 9, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

Recent developments in streaming, like Comcast’s StreamSaver bundling Peacock, Apple TV+, and Netflix, indicate a significant shift towards the future of entertainment: streaming bundles. The bundling trend is gaining traction at the top and bottom of the streaming market.

Screens to Streams: The Evolution of Film Release Windows in Europe (Part Two)

July 7, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

Europe’s film sector has relied on territoriality and rigid release windows to maximize the economic potential of films. Part Two explores the EU’s capitulation to the major studios, the post-lockdown theatrical landscape, and public support rules to preserve traditional release windows.

Screens to Streams: The Evolution of Film Release Windows in Europe (Part One)

July 1, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

Europe’s film sector has long relied on the principles of territoriality and rigid release windows to maximize the economic potential of films. However, the unprecedented lockdowns during 2020 and 2021 have significantly disrupted these traditional models, which were already in flux.

How Europe Outpaced the US in Post-Lockdown Theatrical Recovery

June 30, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

After three challenging years marked by globally coordinated lockdowns and resulting rising cost-of-living shocks, European cinemas entered 2024 with cautious optimism compared to growing glum stateside.

Distributors are Realigning Traditional Pay-1 Window Strategies for Maximum Impact

June 24, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

Distributors are realigning the traditional Pay-1 window with new strategies to maximize their reach and impact. However, this strategic realignment on diverse content sources has challenges. The complexities can create significant gaps in streaming libraries.