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Amazon Prime Global Expansion: Netflix Killer?

November 21, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

Amazon takes aim at Netflix, the market leader in streaming video. Amazon is following Netflix’s lead by expanding their Prime service globally in 2017.

Netflix Nears Historic Rollout with Comcast

November 10, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

Comcast, the largest cable company in the United States, will begin streaming Netflix on the company’s X1 set-top device starting this week.

How is the Election Like the Cable Market?

November 8, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

Like the presidential election, Americans will only have two choices for cable providers, Comcast or Time Warner / Charter / Spectrum / AT&T.

Netflix Hefty Content Costs

November 3, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

For every $8 per month, Netflix receives from its nearly 84 million global subscribers, over $6 is spent on content. 2017 content costs will hit $16 billion.

Hulu Takes Aim at Netflix

November 1, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

Netflix captured 80 million subscribers using studio content as a gateway to building customers. Did Netflix’s 50% originals initiative cross the line?

Update: Relativity Media Lawsuit Against Netflix

October 31, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

The lawsuit never mentions the figure $1.5 billion that was widely ceased upon, and instead, opts for – “amount to be proven at trial.”

Update: Relativity Media Lobs Litigation at Netflix

October 20, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

Relativity filed a $1.5B lawsuit against Netflix claiming breach of contract and trade libel, which a Netflix’s spokesperson called “baseless and ironic.”

Inside Netflix’s Shocking Subscriber Data

October 18, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

Netflix reported subscriber data at the close of business on Monday that significantly outperformed expectations. The stock soared – closing up 19.62%.

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UPDATE: Likely Liquidation for Relativity & Lionsgate Buyout

October 16, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

Relativity could soon hold the dubious distinction of becoming the fastest company in U.S. corporate history to go bust after restructuring.

Netflix Hits the Great Wall of China

October 11, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

“Disney, which is very good in China, had their movie service shutdown. Apple had their movie service closed down. It doesn’t look good.” – Netflix CEO

Netflix Calls Out Theater Owners

October 11, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

At The New Yorker’s TechFest event last Friday the CEO of Netflix attacked the theater owners for the lack of innovation in the film business.

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China’s SVOD Market Set to Explode

September 4, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

China’s online video market is massive: there are 660 million internet users, and 75% of those consume video content online. However, the SVOD model is new.

Netflix and HBO Battle For Your Screen

May 23, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

Will the US studios finally cut off Netflix from licensing their content now that it is subsidizing Netflix’s greater expansion into original content?

Brazil Television Market Cools Off at 19M Subs

January 22, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

Brazil lost 600,000 subs over the last six months of 2015. It’s no surprise that Netflix’s growth has been spectacular. Sky lost 300,000 in the same period.

News: Netflix Favors Time Warner-Charter Merger

January 20, 2016 FilmTake Comments Off

Netflix’s top executive endorsed the pending $55B Charter and Time Warner merger, saying he views it as a positive development for streaming video.

Resurrecting Value: How Syndication is Powering a New Phase of Streaming Monetization

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Who Will Own the Future of Filmed Entertainment? Inside the Great Media Power Grab

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March 1, 2025 Comments Off

Broadcast & PayTV

The Broadcast Boom: Why Traditional TV Still Matters in a Streaming World

February 24, 2025 Comments Off

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Finding Licensing Gold: Why Some Shows Are Worth More Off Their Home Platform

February 18, 2025 Comments Off

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Paramount’s New Slate Financing Deal and the Complexities of Film Investment

February 10, 2025 Comments Off

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Amazon MGM Studios Charts New Course with International Distribution Ambitions

February 8, 2025 Comments Off

Production

Is Hollywood Worth Saving? The Harsh Reality Facing L.A. in 2025

January 19, 2025 Comments Off

The Broadcast Boom: Why Traditional TV Still Matters in a Streaming World

Broadcast & PayTV

February 24, 2025 Comments Off

As streaming platforms continue to dominate the conversation, traditional broadcast networks are proving their staying power by strategically aligning with digital platforms. New data confirms that network television still commands a substantial audience, with streaming partnerships extending its reach and influence.

Beyond Binge Watching: Ads, Sports, and Telecoms Are Steering Streaming Back to Cable’s Playbook

Streaming

January 11, 2025 Comments Off

The U.S. streaming market is saturated, with 96% of households subscribed to services, prompting a shift from acquisition to retention strategies. Ad-supported models are gaining traction as affordability overshadows uninterrupted viewing. Live sports and telecom partnerships are key growth areas, while brand ecosystems are vital for subscriber retention in this maturing landscape.

One Platform to Rule Them All: Aggregation Will Alter Streaming Markets in 2025

Streaming

January 7, 2025 Comments Off

Standalone SVOD services are experiencing a shift as consumers grapple with rising costs and subscription stacking. Many are turning to video aggregators, which simplify access but risk escalating prices. The market may soon consist of fewer standalone players alongside aggregators, highlighting the necessity for service bundling to reduce churn and enhance consumer convenience.

Europe’s AVOD Boom: How Ad-Tiers Will Reshape Streaming Markets in 2025

Streaming

December 29, 2024 Comments Off

Europe’s streaming market is on the verge of transformation, propelled by the rise of ad-supported video-on-demand (AVOD) platforms. Consumers increasingly favor lower-cost subscription plans featuring ads, benefiting major players like Netflix and local entities such as TF1+. However, platforms face challenges with ad relevance, viewer retention, and stringent EU regulations.

Splitting the Difference: Why Warner Bros. and Comcast Are Carving Up Their Empires

Broadcast & PayTV

December 17, 2024 Comments Off

Warner Bros. Discovery and Comcast are restructuring to separate their declining linear TV networks from streaming divisions, signaling the end of linear television’s dominance. This strategy, framed as a means to enhance value, highlights the sector’s collapse as advertisers and viewers shift to digital platforms. Mergers or sell-offs are imminent.