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Age Matters: How Should Streamers Balance Old and New Library Content?
Balancing much-loved older hits with still-hot newer ones is a balancing act for streaming services. Brandon Katz looks at what they should and should not do to solve this.
In Global Content Wars, Netflix's Hefty Investment in Overseas Programming Outstrips Amazon
Does winning on a global basis means investing in more non-US content? Netflix seems to think so and that’s why they’re way ahead of Amazon
FAST Forward: How Regional Focus Could Change Sports Media
As FASTs increasingly skew local, the case for live sports grows stronger. Brandon Katz unpacks.
Leveling Up or Losing Steam? The Evolution Of Video Game Adaptations In Film And TV
Having strip mined comic books, Hollywood is looking to video games for its next batch of hits. But is there enough IP to draw on?
Old Wine, New Bottles: Quantifying Hollywood's Continued Reliance On Remakes And Revivals
Hollywood has long been criticized for its over reliance on tried and true IP. But which streamers are most guilty of jumping on this trends? The results will surprise you.
Beyond Netflix: Can Streaming Rivals Leverage IP Strengths?
While much of the media seems to have handed Netflix the streaming crown, IP properties and a focus on quality might soon alter that perception.
Why The Incredible Shrinking TV Season Is Hurting TV
TV seasons are shrinking and that is hurting streamers ability to retain viewers. Brandon Katz looks at the numbers behind the Big Shrink.
Content Calculus: Introducing ROI Into The Development Process
Streaming services need to weight the popularity of a new series with their potential impact on the bottom line. Brandon Katz unpacks what content teams need to consider.
Getting Past The Urge To Merge: Can Yango Play Show Hollyood The Way?
Can a Middle Eastern media company called Yango Play be the path forward for America’s media giants? Brandon Katz explains why.
Reboots And Reruns: Streaming’s Search For Sitcom Success
Sitcoms have long been broadcast TV’s strongest product. But streaming services struggle to retain viewers from season to season. Brandon Katz looks at why.
Amazon Prime's Pivot: From Art House Hits to Mainstream Magnets
A look at how Amazon’s shift to a mainstream content strategy left it well positioned for the transition to an ad-supported model.
Price Hikes, Bundles and Syndication: Streaming Reacts To Its New Reality
Changing consumer habits and a maturing streaming industry are leading to some new trends, price increases being among the more visible.
Can Hulu Integration Help Disney Get Its Magic Back?
Disney’+s diminishing Demand Share is one of the many problems the streamer faces. Can Hulu help them get their mojo back?
Hot Takes: Our Thought Leader Circle Members’ Predictions For 2024
2024 predictions from TVREV’s always insightful Thought Leaders Circle members.
Could The New Disney+/Hulu App Dethrone Netflix?
Data from Parrot Analytics indicates that a combined Disney+/Hulu app checks all the boxes in its quest to overtake Netflix as the #1 streaming app.
At Netflix, A Few Hits Subsidize Many Misses
New research from Parrot Analytics shows how at Netflix, a handful of hits are what’s paying for all those misses.
Will Box Office Hits Finally Help Netflix Get Traction In India
With the rights to two big box office hits, is Netflix poised to actually become a player in the Indian market?
Scoring Big in Streaming: The Critical Role of Sports Broadcast Rights
As peak demand surges, securing streaming sports rights becomes ever more critical. Brandon Katz delves into the escalating battle and what it means for the future of streaming.
The Rise of FAST: What Are Consumers Really Watching?
On three of these four major FAST services, viewers seem to prefer one form of content over another. Brandon Katz breaks down why that is and what it means.
Streaming’s Latest Balancing Act: New Releases Vs. Old Favorites
While Apple TV+ relies on new releases to boost demand, Disney+ looks to old favorites. But as data from Parrot Analytics shows, deciding which direction to go is a real balancing act.