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Streaming First, or PayTV Forever? The Global Battle Over Film Rights

June 28, 2025 FilmTake Comments Off

As film distributors continue to vertically integrate their pipelines, Pay-1 streaming windows remain one of the most contested and misunderstood phases of film monetization.

Window Shopping: Why Holding Back Pays Off in Streaming Distribution

June 9, 2025 FilmTake Comments Off

Studios are no longer tied to a single strategy for releasing films. Instead, each major player is now juggling theatrical, transactional, and streaming windows with increasing precision. Below is an examination of how studios like Universal, Sony, and Paramount are embracing staggered, platform-specific Pay-One strategies.

All Eyes on Pre-Sales: Can Cannes 2025 Spark a Market Revival?

May 12, 2025 FilmTake Comments Off

The slowdown in packaging during the first half of the year, has led to a stronger-than-usual Cannes lineup. The market is flush with well-developed packages and finished films with genuine theatrical potential. With more robust slates from top sales agencies and buyers reportedly ready to move on high-promise titles, Cannes 2025 could outperform recent years.

Cannes 2025: Is the Independent Film Market Ready for Another Shake-Up?

April 28, 2025 FilmTake Comments Off

Cannes 2025 is set to test the resilience of the independent film industry like never before. With U.S. buyers retreating, streaming platforms tightening their grip, and AVOD players expanding aggressively, the market is bracing for another major recalibration.

Amazon MGM Studios Charts New Course with International Distribution Ambitions

February 8, 2025 FilmTake Comments Off

Amazon MGM Studios plans to launch its own international theatrical distribution division as its deal with Warner Bros. expires at the end of 2025. This strategic move aims to enhance control over global film releases, maximizes revenue potential, and demonstrates Amazon’s commitment to theatrical models following its $8.5 billion MGM acquisition.

Challenging Amazon: Walmart’s Vision for the Future of Subscription Streaming

December 1, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

Walmart is enhancing its streaming presence through the $2.3 billion acquisition of Vizio, aiming to compete with Amazon. By integrating Vizio’s technology into its retail ecosystem and leveraging its advertising capabilities, Walmart seeks to grow its streaming subscriptions and capitalize on the decline of traditional TV, creating a comprehensive media platform.

Distributors Retreat to Syndication to Avoid Financial Streaming Iceberg

March 6, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

The prodigious investments required by major media companies to launch new streaming services while simultaneously pulling valuable content from dozens of global distributors have impacted all key players, resulting in substantial declines in market value over the past two years.

Not All Streaming Services Will Survive the Year in Their Current Form

February 25, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

Mounting losses at Paramount and NBCUniversal, particularly, have put into doubt the survival of Paramount+ and Peacock in their current iteration. Paramount’s situation reflects the broader challenges of balancing growth, content spending, and subscriber retention with profitability.

The Future of Streaming Will End in Tiers

February 21, 2024 FilmTake Comments Off

Breaking News: Freevee Will Shutdown After Amazon Adamantly Denies Claims. Recently, on Prime Video, ads started popping up on scripted series and films. Over 167 million existing Amazon Prime members in the U.S. are now required to pay an additional $3 per month to enjoy the same service they signed up for to avoid ads.