VOD News
News about video on-demand services, new releases on Netflix UK and online video video.
Netflix heads to Australia for Ali’s Wedding
May 9, 2018 | David FarnorNetflix is heading Down Under for its latest original film, with a new deal to acquire the rights to Ali’s Wedding.
The romantic comedy from Beta Cinemas follows Ali, the charming son of a much-loved Muslim cleric who has migrated … Read More
BBC Three announces cast for Killed by My Debt
May 9, 2018 | David FarnorLine of Duty’s Craig Parkinson and Fresh Meat’s Juliet Cowan will star in Killed By My Debt, BBC Three’s latest factual drama.
The one-hour programme tells the true story of Jerome Rogers, a 19-year-old motorbike courier from Croydon, whose two … Read More
American Crime Story leads dramatic month BBC iPlayer
May 8, 2018 | David FarnorAmerican Crime Story was the most popular programme on BBC iPlayer in March, as the catch-up service enjoyed a dramatic month.
The Assassination of Gianni Versace, the second season in the hit Crime anthology, stars Penelope Cruz, Ricky Martin and … Read More
Netflix nabs Chinese box office sensation Us & Them
May 8, 2018 | David FarnorNetflix has nabbed the international rights to Chinese box office sensation Is & Them.
The film, which marks the directorial debut of award-winning actress René Liu, started its theatrical run in China and is currently at the top of the … Read More
Will Smith and Jack Whitehall lead new YouTube Original slate
May 7, 2018 | David FarnorWill Smith and Jack Whitehall are among the star names leading YouTube’s new slate of branded originals.
This month saw the video giant host its annual Brandcast event, where it unveils trends and updates for the site, as well … Read More
Sara Pascoe, Tim Key, Nick Helm and Spencer Jones make new Comedy Shorts for BBC iPlayer
May 6, 2018 | David FarnorSome of Britain’s top comedy talent have created four new short films for the BBC. Sara Pascoe, Tim Key, Nick Helm and Spencer Jones have written and star in the shorts, which have been commissioned by BBC Two and will … Read More
NextUp launches on Apple TV
May 6, 2018 | David FarnorStand-up comedy platform NextUp has launched on Apple TV.
Specialising exclusively in stand-up comedy specials, the subscription VOD service features over 80 full length comedy specials from household names such as Richard Herring, Tommy Tiernan and Simon Munnery as well … Read More
Amazon Prime Video grows faster than Netflix in UK
May 5, 2018 | David FarnorAmazon Prime Video was the fastest growing subscription VOD service in the UK last year, new research from Barb reveals.
The ratings giant’s latest annual Viewing Report analyses viewing habits in the UK, from what people are watching and what … Read More
Netflix releases trailer for The Kissing Booth
May 5, 2018 | David FarnorMolly Ringwald is going back to high school in Netflix’s new original film, The Kissing Booth, and a new trailer gives us our first look at the comedy.
Based on Beth Reekles’ young adult novel, written when she just 15, … Read More
Keeping Faith extends BBC iPlayer run following record demand
May 4, 2018 | David FarnorGripping Welsh drama Keeping Faith is extending its run on BBC iPlayer, following record demand from viewers.
The eight-part series, starring Eve Myles, tells the story of lawyer, wife and mother Faith, as she fights to find the truth behind … Read More