VOD industry
Roku Originals: Rebranded Quibi shows head to The Roku Channel
May 13, 2021 | David FarnorIt’s been over a year since Quibi launched in the US and UK, promised to change the way that we would stream things and then shut its doors entirely. Short for “Quick Bites”, it delivered programmes and films in short … Read More
Netflix inks first-look deal with Sony for direct-to-streaming films
April 9, 2021 | David FarnorNetflix has inked a first-look deal with Sony for the studio’s original direct-to-streaming films.
The worldwide deal builds on the partnership that has existed between the two entertainment giants for some time, largely centred around Sony’s animated titles. In the … Read More
Cineworld shortens theatrical window in Warner Bros deal
March 24, 2021 | David FarnorCineworld has become the latest exhibitor to take steps to shorten the theatrical window, with a new deal with Warner Bros in place ahead of reopening its doors.
The past year has seen a number of high-profile movies go straight … Read More
PlayStation Store shuts TV and film shop
March 7, 2021 | David FarnorThe PlayStation Store is shutting up shop for films and TV shows.
The store, which launched on the games console back in 2006, offers downloadable content for purchase, including games and add-ons such as themes and additional content. But it … Read More
Arrow streaming service launches in UK
February 1, 2021 | David FarnorArrow Video has launched its new streaming service in the UK today. Simply called Arrow, the subscription platform brings their passion for all things genre to curate international cinema and TV that ranges from Westerns to giallo and Asian cinema.
Paramount+ streaming service ready for US launch
January 20, 2021 | David FarnorParamount is launching its new streaming service, Paramount+, this March.
The platform will effectively be a rebranding of CBS All Access, which has so far given the world Star Trek: Discovery, Lower Decks and Picard, as well as a revival … Read More
2020: A record year for digital video
January 9, 2021 | David Farnor2020 was a record year for digital video, according to figures from Official Charts Company, Futuresource Consulting and Kantar, with viewers in varying forms of lockdowns and tiered restrictions not only turning to subscription streaming services such as Netflix but … Read More
Wonder Woman 1984 set for premium VOD UK release in January
December 19, 2020 | David FarnorWonder Woman 1984 will officially be released on premium VOD in the UK in January.
The blockbuster sequel to Patty Jenkins’ groundbreaking 2017 hit sees Gal Gadot’s Diana Prince enter the Cold War era, as she faces two threats – … Read More
Warner Bros announces HBO Max plan for all 2021 releases
December 3, 2020 | David FarnorWarner Bros is doubling down on its new HBO Max platform with an unprecedented plan to release all 17 of its titles day-and-date in the US in 2021.
HBO Max, which launched in May this year, is not currently available … Read More
Wonder Woman 1984 set for cinema and streaming release this December
November 19, 2020 | David FarnorWonder Woman will be released in cinemas this Christmas, Warner Bros has officially announced, but will also stream online in the USA.
The blockbuster sequel to Patty Jenkins’ groundbreaking 2017 hit has been waiting in the wings of cinemas for … Read More