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Why Are Streamers Sleeping On The Kids' Content Niche?
While demand for kids content remains high, supply is surprisingly low. Brandon Katz looks at what’s behind the imbalance.
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
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.
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.
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?
ESPN Pays Up To Keep NCAA Championship Rights. What’s Next?
ESPN paying up for NCAA sports championships is all part of a larger plan — but one that looks tougher by the day.
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.
Netflix's Declining Supply Share Is A Sign Of Streaming's Changing Dynamics
The so-called “Streaming Wars” have never been a zero-sum game. Brandon Katz looks at how Netflix’s changing supply share is a reflection of a maturing streaming market.
Demand Dynamics: How Major Streamers Distribute Their Bets
Which streamers rely on a handful of hits for most of their viewing demand and which rely on a broader array? The answer may surprise you.