Movie News Blog

We analyse Netflix viewers curious habits and consider the ever growing importance of the world outside North America to the streamer.

Cinema exclusivity vs a day & date release: we consider the consequences in terms of cinema admissions, streaming subscriptions & piracy.

We look at the continued growth of VOD globally and consider how cinemas must grow in order to draw moviegoers back to the big screen.

We take a look at the failings of the Nielsen TV audience tracking system and consider what could replace it as streaming video booms.

Weekly News Round Up: Nielsen & Networks Battle Over Ratings, US to reach 450m SVOD users, Netflix Amazon & Hulu ]reach 78% of all US users.

We celebrate the success of Marvel’s Shang-Chi, look at misleading 2nd weekend US box office numbers, & consider COVID's ongoing impact.

Disney+ Gains Subscribers At Cinemas' Expense, Netflix Loses Ground In France, "Shang-Chi" Impresses With Global Box Office Opening.

Streaming Leads Record Home Ent Revenues, Piracy Is Biggest Problem For Day-And-Date Releases, French Theatrical Admissions Fall 41%.

Day & Date Streaming is a 'Winning Strategy', While AMC Add More US Theatres.

Good news internationally from Paramount+, Peacock, HBO Max & Disney+, while AVOD & niche streamers continue to grow in U.S.

Streaming video news: UK viewing doubles, Peacock & Sky team up, ad supported plaforms booming in U.S.

We look at how changes to the film industry have brought about the shocking Black Widow lawsuit, and consider further repercussions.

Film Industry News Round Up: Black Widow Lawsuit, French Cinemas Suffering, SVOD & AVOD Numbers Increasing.

we look at COVID’s ongoing impact, cinemas' criticism of Disney’s Black Widow plans, updated streamer stats, and the latest Hollywood deals.

Film Industry News Round Up: Green Knight UK Theatrical Release Pulled, HBO Max Does Well Overseas, Netflix Numbers Down In U.S.

As the discussions about Black Widow get heated we discuss the pros & cons of debuting a movie theatrically or digitally.

Did the ability to watch Black Widow at home cost cinemas ticket sales? Plus, the biggest deals from Cannes 2021.

Film Biz News Round Up: Strong Opening For Black Widow, Peacock/Universal Movie Deal, Apple TV Free Promos End.

We celebrate Purely's report on the growth of international TV & film production, & the global importance of streaming video (SVOD & AVOD).

Big news from NBCUniversal & Peacock, Spielberg's Amblin sign Netflix deal, classic titles get 4K upgrade, and more new shows & spin offs.