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Blog posts, opinion pieces, news and features about video on-demand.
Why do kids watch YouTube?
January 29, 2019 | David FarnorChildren’s online time has settled at just over two hours per day, new research by Ofcom reveals, as younger viewers continue to move away from old-school linear TV and towards digital streaming services.
Ofcom’s study from a panel of boys … Read More
Netflix and USA Network team up for Dare Me
January 29, 2019 | David FarnorNetflix and USA Network are teaming up for new cheerleading series Dare Me.
The show, which is based on the acclaimed novel by Megan Abbott, was picked up from pilot by USA Network this week, with Netflix joining as a … Read More
First look: Toby Jones in BBC Two’s Don’t Forget The Driver
January 29, 2019 | David FarnorToby Jones returns to BBC Two this year for new comedy-drama Don’t Forget the Driver, and the first image of the series gives us a taste of what’s down he road.
Written and created by the BAFTA nominated actor and … Read More
BBC One documentary to investigate The Murder Of Jill Dando
January 28, 2019 | David FarnorAir date confirmed: The Murder Of Jill Dando will air on BBC One at 9pm on Tuesday 2nd April 2019.
With the world discussing Ted Bundy thanks to a new Netflix series about him this week, BBC One is joining … Read More
Trailer: Netflix’s Ghost in the Shell set for April release
January 28, 2019 | David FarnorNetflix’s Ghost in the Shell will arrive in April, the streaming giant has confirmed, and the first full trailer gives us a proper look at the series – and its dramatically different look to what fans of the franchise are … Read More
Famalan renewed for Season 2
January 28, 2019 | David FarnorFamalan will return for a second season, BBC Three has confirmed.
The hit sketch show launched in April 2018 on BBC Three and BBC iPlayer with a slot on BBC Two. Commissioned by Shane Allen, Controller of Comedy Commissioning and … Read More
Netflix to release award-winning Dear Ex this February
January 28, 2019 | David FarnorNetflix will streaming the award-winning Mandarin film Dear Ex worldwide this February.
Winner of multiple prizes across Asia, the movie ollows three people who are linked by fate because of love and family. Adolescent Song Chengxi (played by Joseph Huang) … Read More
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel sweeps 2019 SAG Awards winners
January 28, 2019 | David FarnorThe Marvelous Mrs. Maisel swept the 2019 SAG Awards last night, winning all three of the big acting prices for TV. Amazon’s show, which follows housewife Midge Maisel as she moves from an unhappy marriage to a surprising career as … Read More
BBC iPlayer orders new coming-of-age programming
January 28, 2019 | David FarnorBBC iPlayer has ordered a wave of new programmes for 12-15-year-olds reflecting the highs and lows of their lives in the UK today.
The multi-genre offering explores the challenges faced by young people when it comes to important issues like … Read More
Jason Bateman to direct untitled Netflix film
January 28, 2019 | David FarnorJason Bateman is set to direct a new film for Netflix.
Word of the project, which was broken by Deadline, marks the deepening of the Arrested Development’s star with the streaming giant. Last year, his production company, Aggregate, signed a … Read More