November 14, 2023FilmTakeComments Off on The Reel Revolution: Film & TV Industry at a Crossroads Post SAG Strike
After an arduous 118-day standoff, the SAG-AFTRA has finally brokered a provisional three-year contract with major studios, potentially concluding the extensive actors’ strike of 2023. The recent end to both the writer’s and actor’s strikes marks a pivotal moment in the industry.
October 17, 2023FilmTakeComments Off on FAST and Beyond: Opportunities and Challenges in the Streaming Universe
Once a cornerstone of the subscription streaming industry, the allure of ad-free viewing is fading into the background as streaming platforms seek innovative ways to captivate audiences and minimize subscriber churn while subscribers navigate a complex landscape.
September 14, 2023FilmTakeComments Off on The Evolution of FAST: A Game-Changer for the Film and Television Industry
In a world where change is the only constant, the film and television industry has been undergoing a seismic shift over the past decade. The rise of streaming services has transformed how we consume content, challenging the traditional cable and broadcast models.
June 8, 2023FilmTakeComments Off on The Great Reset: Ever-Increasing Content Spending Leads to Financing Exodus
After years of runaway content spending by leading streaming services, the industry is experiencing significant disruptions as it braces for more downsizing.
January 12, 2023FilmTakeComments Off on Streaming Services Revert to Advertising to Drive Subscriber Growth
Last year was the first year in the previous four years that didn’t welcome a new subscription streaming service from Hollywood’s major players. The lack of a new streaming service did not stop the existing services from offering new ways to watch content through paid and free ad-supported options.
December 19, 2022FilmTakeComments Off on Premium Streamers Scramble for Fresh Strategies to Retain Fickle Subscribers
Streaming services are scrambling for new strategies to keep their existing subscribers in a highly crowded domestic market. The level of churn among premium streaming services like Netflix, HBO Max, and Disney+ has accelerated.