VOD News
News about video on-demand services, new releases on Netflix UK and online video video.
Netflix releases full Narcos trailer
July 15, 2015 | David FarnorNetflix has released the first full trailer for its new original series, Narcos.
The show, which is released next month, chronicles the gripping real-life stories of the infamous drug kingpins of the late 1980s and the corroborative efforts of law … Read More
Amazon announces competitions to become Vikings and Ripper Street extras
July 15, 2015 | David FarnorAmazon is giving Prime members the chance to become an extra in the new seasons of Vikings and Ripper Street.
History’s hit drama was snapped up by Amazon exclusively in the UK back when it first began. Now, several years … Read More
YouTube: King of the trailer park, but for how long?
July 14, 2015 | David FarnorYouTube is the most popular place to watch film trailers, according to a new study. The research by Ipsos found that over half (54 per cent) of viewers between the age of 13 and 24 said they’re more likely to … Read More
Comic-Con: The seven best trailers from 2015
July 13, 2015 | David FarnorWe’ve never been one for superhero headlines and gossip, but we’ve been covering some of the VOD-related highlights of Comic-Con this year, from Amazon’s two new original series that will premiere this year to Vikings and The Walking Dead.
For … Read More
Fear the Walking Dead Comic-Con trailer released
July 13, 2015 | David FarnorComic-Con is always a battle of the franchises to see who can generate the most buzz, but in the land of the undead, one show may have emerged the king: Ash vs. Evil Dead and The Walking Dead were both … Read More
The Walking Dead Season 6 Part 2 gets UK air date and trailer
July 13, 2015 | David FarnorUpdated: February 2016.
The Walking Dead Season 6 has a UK air date for its return in 2016.
Need to catch up with Rick and co.? See our guide to where you can watch The Walking Dead online.
The show, … Read More
Lena Headey joins cast of Danger Mouse reboot
July 13, 2015 | David FarnorLena Headey has joined the cast of CBBC’s Danger Mouse reboot.
The new version of the animated show will see the Game of Thrones actress voice the the super-smart tones of US Secret Agent Jeopardy Mouse. Sassy and stealthy, Jeopardy … Read More
Comic-Con SVOD service orders first original series
July 12, 2015 | David FarnorComic-Con has ordered the first original series for its subscription VOD service.
The SVOD site, which will launch next year, was announced last month as a joint initiative between Comic-Con International and Lionsgate. The service promises a range of … Read More
MUBI signs deal with Sony
July 12, 2015 | David FarnorMUBI has signed a new multi-year distribution deal with Sony Pictures Television.
The partnership marks the first major studio deal for MUBI and will see Sony films added to the subscription VOD service’s line-up of titles.
MUBI’s unique approach to … Read More
Paramount signs early VOD deal with cinemas: The future of film distribution?
July 12, 2015 | David FarnorFor all of its advantages and benefits, digital distribution has long been a source of contention in the film industry. Indeed, films have traditionally made their big bucks at the cinema box office long before anyone even considered watching them … Read More