Features
Features, articles and essays on video on-demand shows and movies, streaming services and the VOD industry.
14 things we learned from London Web Fest 2014 about commissioning online video
September 28, 2014 | David FarnorRaindance’s Web Fest hit London’s West End again this weekend, offering its second line-up of screenings of new and upcoming shows plus a whole range of panels discussing how to make web series and providing tips on everything from distribution … Read More
Netflix UK vs Amazon Prime Instant Video (formerly LOVEFiLM) – 2014
September 28, 2014 | David FarnorWhich is better, Netflix UK or Amazon Prime Instant Video? It’s a question VODzilla.co asks itself every day while deciding what to stream online.
Our searchable directory lets you see what’s on Netflix UK vs what’s on Amazon Prime Instant … Read More
Why Vince Vaughn is a good choice for True Detective Season 2
September 24, 2014 | David FarnorVince Vaughn has been confirmed by HBO as one of the lead stars for True Detective alongside Colin Farrell.
The second season of the series, which will be directed by Justin Lin (well, the first two episodes), will follow … Read More
The One Where We Imagine What Friends Would Be Like if It Took Place Now
September 22, 2014 | David Farnor20 years ago today, the very first episode of Friends was broadcast. We’ll pause for a second to let you panic about how old you now are.
What’s impressive, though, is that Friends continues to win over new fans – … Read More
What the Premier League can learn from Wimbledon about Vines and social media
September 21, 2014 | David FarnorAs the new Premier League season continues, Vines of goals and other footy highlights continue to spread across the web – something, you may recall, the Premier League (and its commercial partner for online highlights, The Sun) were none too … Read More
Lost: How a plane crash changed television
September 7, 2014 | Neil BrazierWe look back at Lost’s legacy and how it changed the face of modern TV.
Lost changed TV when it was first released in September 2004. Now, as we celebrate its 10 year anniversary, the series has finally joined the … Read More
Where can I watch Veep online in the UK (legally)?
September 1, 2014 | David FarnorBorn from The Thick Of It and helmed by Armando Iannucci himself, Veep follows to the day-to-day trials of Vice President Selina Meyer and her working relationships. Struggling against the President, the media and her staff, Selina tries to balance … Read More
Last Chance to Stream: Top 10 films leaving Netflix UK on 31st August
August 30, 2014 | David FarnorWhat’s being removed from Netflix UK? It’s the end of the month, which means it’s time to bid farewell to another wave of titles, as Netflix decides not to renew their licences – and makes way for a raft of … Read More
What the acquisition of Twitch says about Amazon’s plans for the future
August 28, 2014 | David FarnorThis week, Amazon announced a surprise move: the purchase of Twitch for almost $1 billion.
The acquisition came as a surprise for many, who thought that Google would be the company to snap up the video game streaming site, but … Read More
Now from £18: Where is the cheapest place to buy Google Chromecast?
August 27, 2014 | David FarnorGoogle Chromecast has been discounted to as little as £18 in the UK.
The streaming media device, which launched earlier this year, lets you stream (“cast”) content live from your mobile device onto your TV over a Wi-Fi connection. The … Read More