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Nutcrackers movie coming to Disney+

New Christmas movie Nutcrackers, starring Ben Stiller in his first lead film role in six years, will be coming to the Disney+ streaming platform on November 29th. This comedy-drama unfolds as Mike (played by Stiller) is on the heels of closing the biggest deal of his career, when he is pulled away from his bachelor […]

November 13, 2024By Nik Roseveare

Channel 4 app on Apple Vision Pro

Channel 4 has launched its streaming app on Apple Vision Pro, which blends digital content with the physical world, enabling viewers to experience Channel 4 programming in a new way. Content is now viewable in a cinema-style, full-screen viewing experience overlaid onto viewers’ real-life environments, such as living room walls. Channel 4 is the first […]

November 12, 2024

Research: ‘Peak TV’ still delivering an abundance of favourites

Despite the Hollywood strikes, the volume of shows produced during the ‘Peak TV’ years has left viewers with an embarrassment of riches. Data from Hub’s annual Conquering Content study suggests expanded licensing is still providing viewers with a steady stream of new things to watch. Key findings from the research include: Viewers may be noticing […]

November 12, 2024

MyFree DirecTV goes live in US

DirecTV has launched its dedicated free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) platform – MyFree DirecTV – in the US, a few days ahead of schedule. DirecTV is working with programmers including A&E, Fox, Lionsgate and Scripps among others to distribute a lineup of over 70 FAST channels on MyFree DirecTV. Channels available at launch include MovieSphere, […]

November 12, 2024

Analyst: Masha and the Bear “a global sensation”

Parrot Analytics, a specialist in entertainment demand data, has unveiled insights into the popularity of children’s content worldwide, spotlighting the enduring appeal of the Masha and the Bear series. “Masha and the Bear is an indisputable global sensation, capturing the hearts of children and families everywhere,” said Alex Cameron, Director, EMEA at Parrot Analytics. “With […]

November 12, 2024

It’s in the Game: Madden NFL sets Prime Video debut

Prime Video has announced that the It’s in the Game: Madden NFL docuseries will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide on November 26th. The Thanksgiving week launch honours the legacy of coach John Madden, who as an NFL announcer called 20 Thanksgiving games. Madden NFL is one of […]

November 12, 2024By Nik Roseveare

The Road Trip on Paramount+ on Boxing Day

Paramount+ has announced that original series The Road Trip, from the makers of The Flatshare and based on the best-selling book by Beth O’Leary, will launch on the platform on December 26th 2024 in the UK, Canada and Australia. The Road Trip is a contemporary, emotionally complex romantic comedy about giving love another shot. Can someone […]

November 12, 2024

Comercio TV partners with FAST Channels TV to launch streaming channel

Comercio TV, the premier Spanish-language financial news network, has announced a partnership with FAST Channels TV to bring its unique programming to a global audience through a new FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV) channel. Comercio TV will deliver high-quality financial news, market insights, and educational content in Spanish, tailored to empower Hispanic audiences in the […]

November 11, 2024

BBC investment brings £282m GVA to West Midlands

A new report forecasts that the BBC’s commitment to the West Midlands will bring an additional £282 million (€340.8m) in gross value added (GVA) to the region in the decade to 2031. This represents an increase of 44 per cent on what otherwise would have been the case. The independent study done by BOP Consulting […]

November 11, 2024

Mr Cinema brings DAZN to superyachts

Mr Cinema, the go-to commercial content provider for superyachts, has announced a content partnership with DAZN, the sports streaming platform. Effective immediately, Mr Cinema will bring two of the many free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channels offered by DAZN, with more to come in future. Through this partnership, a variety sporting events will become available […]

November 11, 2024