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Max/Starz bundle launches on Prime Video US

Prime Video, Starz and Warner Bros Discovery announced the launch of a new Max/Starz bundle for customers to seamlessly subscribe to both streaming services through Prime Video in the US Customers can access the ad-free Max and Starz bundle for $20.99/month, an approximate 25 per cent savings. “We are thrilled to team with Prime Video […]

January 23, 2025

Max goes live in SE Asia

Max, the streaming service from Warner Bros Discovery (WBD), is now available to stream in Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand, as well as Taiwan and Hong Kong. Subscribers can watch iconic brands including HBO, Harry Potter, the DC Universe, Cartoon Network and Max Originals, as well as a selection of Hollywood movies, and real-life […]

November 19, 2024

Why is the fantasy genre so popular on TV right now?

Take a look at any of the big TV channels or streaming services and you’ll see that the fantasy genre is incredibly popular right now. Why is this type of show taking over our screens and what can we look forward to seeing in the future?  A Broad Genre with Almost Infinite Possibilities It’s […]

November 7, 2024

Dune: Prophecy debuts on Sky this November

Sky has confirmed the first episode of the Dune: Prophecy series from HBO will debut November 18th exclusively on Sky and streaming service NOW in the UK and Ireland. From the expansive universe of Dune, created by acclaimed author Frank Herbert, and 10,000 years before the ascension of Paul Atreides, Dune: Prophecy follows two Harkonnen […]

October 18, 2024

LG Movies & TV VoD launches in Europe

LG Electronics and Rakuten TV, the European streaming platform, have announced the launch of LG Movies & TV, a new VoD service now available on LG TVs across the UK, Germany, Spain and Italy. The new app-based VoD service enables rental, purchase and viewing of movies from the latest blockbusters to celebrated classics. Accessible through […]

September 25, 2024By Nik Roseveare

Chaos’ new short has an answer for Hollywood VFX problems

Chaos releases Ray Tracing FTW, a new short film that takes aim at the state of VFX and filmmaking — from an artist’s point of view. More than an airing of grievances, the comedic short is the first major test for Project Arena, a virtual production toolset that has now been production-proven by vets who’ve […]

September 12, 2024

DoorDash partners with Max in US

DoorDash, the US food delivery company, has announced a partnership with Max, Warner Bros Discovery’s streaming service. Starting immediately, Max With Ads is now included with a DashPass Annual Plan membership in the US at no additional cost, giving consumers a $240 (€219) annual value for $96/year. Max is the first streaming service included with […]

August 13, 2024

Dune: Prophecy coming to Sky

Sky has announced that Dune: Prophecy will be coming soon to Sky. The six-episode season starring Emily Watson alongside Olivia Williams, Travis Fimmel, Jodhi May and Mark Strong, will debut later this year on Sky and streaming service NOW. From the expansive universe of Dune, created by acclaimed author Frank Herbert, and 10,000 years before […]

July 21, 2024

OSN signs WBD content deal in MENA

OSN, the MENA entertainment company, has acquired the rights to all-new first run Max Originals and Warner Bros Pictures feature films in an exclusive multi-year deal with Warner Bros Discovery (WBD).   Subscribers will now enjoy access to Warner Bros Pictures film catalogue and exclusive Pay 1 features in MENA following their theatrical and home entertainment […]

May 28, 2024

Max begins European rollout

Warner Bros Discovery’s (WBD) Max, streaming service is now officially live in 20 countries across the Nordics, Iberia, and Central and Eastern Europe. The countries include Andorra, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Hungary, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden. Max offers subscribers an […]

May 21, 2024