Sundance Slumps
Deal activity is muted so far at this year’s festival despite claims that producers and sales agents were withholding their best films at TIFF in September to introduce at Sundance.
Apple TV+
Apple Considers MGM Buyout
After the abysmal start to Apple’s new streaming service, Apple TV+, the tech company is searching for relevance with a new leader and a possible strategic acquisition.
Streaming Bout
The streaming bout between Netflix and traditional media companies for the world’s online video subscribers is well underway.
Free Streaming Offers
Heavyweights Disney and Apple are offering free introductory offers to gain a head start over rivals. Select Verizon subscribers in the United States will get free access to Disney+ for a year.
Netflix Admits Concern
After losing U.S. subscribers in the second quarter, for the first time since 2011, Netflix finally admitted that the arrival of new streaming services from Disney, Apple, and others would hurt subscriber growth.
State of Netflix
As of September 30th, Netflix has over 158 million total subscribers – 60.6 million at home and 97.7 million around the world.
Netflix Misses Subscriber Target Again
Netflix missed its quarterly subscriber forecast for the second consecutive quarter in a row. The company’s slowdown ahead of the introduction of several new subscription services is a troubling sign.
Apple Goes Theatrical
Apple wants to carve out exclusive theatrical windows for exhibitors to screen some of its forthcoming feature films before streaming on Apple TV+.