September 2021 – FilmTake

AT&T Loses Over $50 Billion on Half-Baked Content Distribution Ambitions

September 27, 2021 FilmTake Comments Off

After losing over $50 billion on a series of failed forays into content production and distribution, AT&T was forced to start selling stakes in its recently acquired media assets or risk weakening its monopolistic grip on telecom and internet delivery.

Netflix’s First Half Subscriber Growth Falls Significantly From Last Year

September 21, 2021 FilmTake Comments Off

Netflix’s subscribers have slowed sharply in the first half of this year compared to 2020 because of the popularity of Disney+ among families, the loss of popular licensed content, and other streaming competition from the major studios.

Comcast Looks to Europe to Bolster Weak Stateside Streaming Demand

September 15, 2021 FilmTake Comments Off

Comcast’s Sky will assist ViacomCBS with the launch of Paramount+ in the UK, Germany, and Italy to leverage distribution networks and content libraries to compete against the big four––Netflix, Amazon, Disney, and the contemplated WarnerMedia and Discovery combined company.

Movie Theater Attendance Roars Back to Life Despite Ongoing Restrictions

September 12, 2021 FilmTake Comments Off

Embracing this day-and-date strategy follows seismic industry shifts last year that led WarnerMedia to release all its films on HBO Max when theaters were more or less closed due to lockdowns.

The SVOD Market in Europe Has Ample Room to Expand

September 6, 2021 FilmTake Comments Off

After a slow start compared to North America, Europe embraces its streaming future. Revenues in the 28-country bloc reached €12 billion in 2020, with SVOD alone accounting for €10 billion.

AT&T’s Great Media Escape Takes Shape After DirecTV and WarnerMedia Selloffs

September 5, 2021 FilmTake Comments Off

AT&T’s decision to acquire a declining DirecTV in 2015 and a bloated WarnerMedia in 2018 were massive miscalculations. Desperate to pay down its debt, in March 2021, AT&T announced it would sell a 30% stake in DirecTV.

Film Distribution Reset: Genre Wins, Big Acquisitions, Sparse Deals, and New Frontiers

Distribution

September 24, 2025 Comments Off

TIFF 2025 at Halfway Mark: Slow Negotiations, Genre Plays, New Distributors, and Market Jitters

Distribution

September 10, 2025 Comments Off

Distribution

TIFF 50 Sees First Big Buy: Obsession Fetches $15M as Horror Fuels Market Momentum

September 8, 2025 Comments Off

Distribution

TIFF Turns 50 as Buyers Weigh Rising Costs Against Shrinking Streaming Fees

September 6, 2025 Comments Off

Streaming

Global Streaming in 2025: SVOD Growth Slows as Hybrid TV Models Rise

August 26, 2025 Comments Off

Streaming

Streaming Market Trends: SVOD Platforms Are Adapting to Slower Growth

August 9, 2025 Comments Off

Distribution

Roku Bets on $2.99 Streaming: Disruptive Bargain or Unsustainable Streaming Gamble?

August 6, 2025 Comments Off

Global Streaming in 2025: SVOD Growth Slows as Hybrid TV Models Rise

Streaming

August 26, 2025 Comments Off

Global streaming is shifting from rapid subscriber growth to a focus on retention, monetization, and diversified content delivery. With mature markets slowing and engagement slipping, SVOD platforms are expanding into lower-ARPU regions, testing ad-supported tiers, and forging partnerships like Netflix’s landmark TF1 deal, which blends traditional TV, live sports, and on-demand programming.

Streaming Market Trends: SVOD Platforms Are Adapting to Slower Growth

Streaming

August 9, 2025 Comments Off

The Broadcast Boom: Why Traditional TV Still Matters in a Streaming World

Broadcast & PayTV

February 24, 2025 Comments Off

As streaming platforms continue to dominate the conversation, traditional broadcast networks are proving their staying power by strategically aligning with digital platforms. New data confirms that network television still commands a substantial audience, with streaming partnerships extending its reach and influence.

Beyond Binge Watching: Ads, Sports, and Telecoms Are Steering Streaming Back to Cable’s Playbook

Streaming

January 11, 2025 Comments Off

The U.S. streaming market is saturated, with 96% of households subscribed to services, prompting a shift from acquisition to retention strategies. Ad-supported models are gaining traction as affordability overshadows uninterrupted viewing. Live sports and telecom partnerships are key growth areas, while brand ecosystems are vital for subscriber retention in this maturing landscape.

One Platform to Rule Them All: Aggregation Will Alter Streaming Markets in 2025

Streaming

January 7, 2025 Comments Off

Standalone SVOD services are experiencing a shift as consumers grapple with rising costs and subscription stacking. Many are turning to video aggregators, which simplify access but risk escalating prices. The market may soon consist of fewer standalone players alongside aggregators, highlighting the necessity for service bundling to reduce churn and enhance consumer convenience.

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Distribution Intelligence

Month: September 2021

AT&T Loses Over $50 Billion on Half-Baked Content Distribution Ambitions

Netflix’s First Half Subscriber Growth Falls Significantly From Last Year

Comcast Looks to Europe to Bolster Weak Stateside Streaming Demand

Movie Theater Attendance Roars Back to Life Despite Ongoing Restrictions

The SVOD Market in Europe Has Ample Room to Expand

AT&T’s Great Media Escape Takes Shape After DirecTV and WarnerMedia Selloffs