French telcos Orange and Free have struck non-exclusive deals with Disney+, which started on January 1st, shortly after the US streaming platform exited from Canal+ packages. These distribution agreements will give OTT subscribers access to the SVoD service as well as two linear channels (Disney Channel, National Geographic) and films from Disney’s studios. The deal secured with […]
Entertainment companies are very different when it comes to their complaint, request and troubleshooting practices. How a platform handles these interactions can make or break a user’s loyalty – especially in an industry where efficiency and value for money are all about convenience. This encompasses everything from Netflix’s Tyson vs Paul disaster to games and […]
Disney+ has announced that Italia’s Got Talent will return for a new season on the streaming service. The talent show, produced by Fremantle Italia, will once again be an original Disney+ production. Castings to participate in the new season are now open. Adapted in 75 markets, Got Talent is the most successful format in the […]
The Simpsons, the longest-running primetime scripted show in television history, is moving from its traditional weeknight slot on Channel 4 to E4, with season 32 of the animated series airing on E4 beginning in January 2025. The move comes as Channel 4 and Disney Entertainment announce a deal renewal, which will bring new seasons of […]
Roku has revealed TV viewing data that uncovers what 2024 looked like on its streaming platform in the US. Season 5 of Yellowstone, which streams on Paramount+, marked the top trending TV moment of the year – with searches for the show grew 1,200 per cent between October and November 2024. Further highlights include: The […]
Canal+, after breaking from its parent company Vivendi, has debuted on the London Stock Exchange as it positions itself as a significant European streaming player, ready to challenge Netflix, Disney+ and Prime Video on a global stage. But can Canal+ close the gap? Recent trends from Kantar’s Entertainment on Demand data reveal a shifting streaming […]
BBC Studios and The Walt Disney Company have announced the first-ever animated feature film for Bluey, the beloved Emmy and BAFTA Award-winning animated series that is 2024’s #1 series on streaming. The new deal sees Disney acquiring the global theatrical rights for the film, which will land in cinemas in 2027 under the Disney banner. […]
Disney+ is to exclusively live stream the 2025 Oscars ceremony in France on March 2nd 2025, taking over from previous linear broadcaster Canal+. The deal, revealed by Julia Tenret, Director of Disney+ Acquisition and Programming, comes at a key moment for the streaming service and the Disney Group, as Disney’s distribution deal with Canal+ will […]
Clear Angle Studios, the 3D capture and processing company for the film and TV industries, has announced the opening of its new full-service studio in Culver City, LA. Opened this autumn, the new hub has already provided scanning services for five major film productions and three games industry projects. Clear Angle Studios was founded in […]
Hub Entertainment Research has revealed its 2025 predictions for the media and streaming industry. The company says that 2024 has been eventful year for the sector with the launch of Prime Video’s ad-supported tier, streaming’s big moves in sports rights, the US Presidential election and more. Hub’s predictions for 2025: Long-term subscriptions are in “When […]