VOD News
News about video on-demand services, new releases on Netflix UK and online video video.
EE launches EE TV, a UK set top box with mobile streaming
October 8, 2014 | David FarnorBilled as “the UK’s most advanced TV service”, EE TV aims to put mobile “at the heart of the TV experience”, working with tablets and smartphones, as well as TVs, to let customers to access Freeview, On Demand and catch-up … Read More
Dredd producer announces web series spin-off
October 7, 2014 | David FarnorWhen Dredd hit cinemas back in 2012, it was the first 18 certificate to the top the UK box office in years. Despite strong fan support, though, the much-desired sequel has not (yet) materialised. Now, though, those followers will be … Read More
Viewster Online Film Fest announces winners
October 6, 2014 | David FarnorViewster announced the winners of the third edition of the Viewster Online Film Fest last night at the closing gala of the Raindance Film Festival.
#VOFF 3 – “Be Afraid. Be VERY Afraid” – was the latest edition of the … Read More
The Flash UK air date confirmed – and a new trailer
October 6, 2014 | David FarnorThe Flash UK air date has been confirmed: you will be able to watch The Flash online in the UK from Tuesday 28th October.
The superhero series, from the executive producers and creative team behind Arrow, follows the high-speed adventures … Read More
iPlayer catch-up window extended to 30 days
October 6, 2014 | David FarnorThe catch-up window for BBC iPlayer has been extended to 30 days.
The BBC’s video on-demand service has grown significantly since its debut back in 2007. Now, it offers live-streaming as well as catch-up services on both 3G and Wi-Fi … Read More
HarmonTown now available to watch online in the UK
October 5, 2014 | David FarnorHarmonTown the movie is now available to watch online in the UK. The movie, directed by Neil Berkeley (Beauty Is Embarrassing), is a film about the tour about the podcast from Community creator Dan Harmon.
HarmonTown happened after the showrunner … Read More
Amazon commissions full TV series for Red Oaks and Hand of God
October 3, 2014 | David FarnorAmazon has given the pilots of Red Oaks and Hand of God the green light to be turned into full series.
Amazon’s unusual commissioning process invites people to watch their pilots and rate them, which guides the decision on which … Read More
Trailer: Ripper Street Season 3 will be released on Amazon from 14th November
October 3, 2014 | David FarnorRipper Street Season 3 will be released on Amazon Prime Instant Video from Friday 14th November.
The British drama was resurrected by Amazon earlier this year after fans petitioned for it to return following its cancellation. Now, Amazon has announced … Read More
Roku takes on Chromecast with screen mirroring
October 3, 2014 | David FarnorRoku is taking on Chromecast with a new screen mirroring feature.
The feature, now being rolled out in beta release, will allow “a select number of Windows 8.1 and Android devices” to mirror videos, apps, web sites and more on … Read More
The Blacklist Season 2 available to watch online in the UK from 3rd October
October 3, 2014 | David FarnorThe Blacklist Season 2 will be available to watch online in the UK from Friday 3rd October.
The series, which returns to the UK a few days after its US premiere, will be broadcast at 9pm on Sky Living every … Read More