VOD News
News about video on-demand services, new releases on Netflix UK and online video video.
Shaun the Sheep available exclusively on Amazon Prime Video
January 7, 2015 | David FarnorShaun the Sheep is now available exclusively on Amazon Prime Instant Video.
A deal with Aardman brings the global family TV favourite exclusively to the subscription VOD service in the UK.
The first three series of the BAFTA and … Read More
Netflix will now recommend TV sets for streaming
January 7, 2015 | David FarnorNetflix is known for its data-driven recommendation engine, which suggests shows and films subscribers will like every time they log in. Now, the VOD service is recommending TVs as well.
The Netflix Recommended TV scheme is an “independent smart TV … Read More
IMAX is coming (for Game of Thrones)
January 6, 2015 | David FarnorIMAX is coming for Game of Thrones, as HBO’s epic becomes the first ever TV series to be screened on the giant cinema screens.
There has been lots of speculation about a Game of Thrones movie. Would it finish off … Read More
Amazon 2015 TV pilot season arrives 15th January – including six new kids series
January 6, 2015 | David FarnorAmazon’s 2015 season of TV pilots will premiere on Thursday 15th January, including six new kids series alongside the already confirmed programmes from Ridley Scott, Shawn Ryan and others.
The new slate of potential Amazon content will include a total … Read More
The Adventures of Puss in Boots pounces on to Netflix UK on 16th January
January 6, 2015 | David FarnorThe Adventures of Puss in Boots will pounce on to Netflix UK this January.
The original Netflix series, which is created by DreamWorks Animations, is the latest in a long line between the two companies, as the subscription VOD service … Read More
Roku announces plans for 4K TV
January 6, 2015 | David FarnorRoku has announced plans for new 4K TV models.
The company, which launched a range of televisions last year with its smart streaming service built-in, is now setting its sights on the Ultra HD crowd. Roku will work once more … Read More
WWE Network to launch in UK on 19th January
January 6, 2015 | David FarnorUpdate: January 2024 – WWE has inked a long-term partnership with Netflix. Read more here.
WWE Network will finally launch in the UK on 19th January.
The streaming service, which first went live in the US last year, is now … Read More
Netflix and Edward Norton team up for original documentary My Own Man
January 6, 2015 | David FarnorUpdate: The trailer for My Own My has now been released. You can see it below.
Netflix and Edward Norton are teaming up for the original documentary My Own Man.
The film, which made its debut at the Tribeca Film … Read More
Pretty Little Liars Season 5 lands exclusively on Netflix UK
January 5, 2015 | David FarnorNetflix has nabbed the exclusive rights to Pretty Little Liars in the UK – including the all-new Season 5 of the show.
Update: Season 6 of Pretty Little Liars is also available on Netflix UK.
ABC Family’s series, which … Read More
2014’s most-watched White House YouTube video: A president goes for a walk
January 4, 2015 | David FarnorThe White House has announced its 10 most-watched videos on YouTube from 2014. Top of the pile? Not an impassioned address or a political ultimatum: just a guy going for a “surprise walk” on a May morning.
“The President was … Read More