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Main characters from 'Every Year After' looking towards the future after a dramatic cliffhanger, with Prime Video's renewal for Season 2 confirmed.
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Prime Video Renews 'Every Year After' for Season 2

Just weeks after leaving fans on a dramatic cliffhanger, Prime Video has officially renewed 'Every Year After' for a second season, confirming its status as a breakout hit.

Elena Petrova·June 28, 2026
A golden Emmy award statue illuminated by a spotlight, symbolizing television industry recognition and upcoming award nominations.
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Emmy Nominations Predictions: Pluribus and The Pitt Vie for Recognition

At the close of 2025, 'Pluribus' became the most popular show on Apple TV ever, setting the stage for a potential Emmy sweep.

Elena Petrova·June 25, 2026
A diverse group of people enjoying various streaming devices in a cozy living room, highlighting the widespread adoption of FAST channels.
Industry News

What Are FAST Channels and Why Are They Surging Now?

One in three Americans now watches Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television (FAST), a category that barely registered a few years ago but now commands billions of hours of viewing time, according to res

Maya Singh·June 23, 2026
Futuristic cityscape at dusk with screens showing microdrama content, symbolizing Viu's innovative growth strategy in the digital entertainment landscape.
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Viu's microdrama strategy drives user and revenue growth

Close to 20% of Viu's long-form user base now consumes microdrama content, a new format launched only months ago, according to Variety .

Naomi Feldman·June 21, 2026
A split visual contrasting a traditional crowded cinema with a modern, abstract digital interface symbolizing the shift of film festivals to streaming platforms.
Long Reads

Film Festivals Embrace Streaming: A New Era for Cinema

In 2021, the prestigious Sundance Film Festival, a cornerstone of independent cinema, convened entirely online, a dramatic shift compelled by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Arthur Vance·June 21, 2026
A vintage film projector in a dark cinema, casting a beam of light, symbolizing the importance of theatrical film viewing.
Festivals & Events

Tony Leung Discusses Wong Kar-wai Films at Shanghai Masterclass

During a Shanghai masterclass, cinematic icon Tony Leung declared that Wong Kar-wai's films "must be seen in cinemas," a direct challenge to the ubiquitous streaming culture.

Isabel Castillo·June 20, 2026
Child playing an interactive K-Pop Demon Hunter game on a tablet, juxtaposed with a hand giving money, symbolizing Netflix's strategy.
TV & Streaming

Netflix's interactive stories to justify price hikes

On June 20, Netflix Playground will unleash 'KPop Demon Hunters,' a new collection of six minigames.

Maya Singh·June 19, 2026
A young person browsing vinyl records in a sunlit vintage store, highlighting the resurgence of physical music formats.
Music

Despite Streaming Dominance, Vinyl Sales Top $1 Billion in 2025

In 2025, US vinyl sales are projected to hit $1 billion, a nearly 10% jump from the previous year, according to WUSF .

Maya Singh·June 17, 2026
Glamorous Indian expats celebrating at a lavish party in a Dubai penthouse, showcasing wealth and high fashion.
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Desi Bling Netflix Series Explores Dubai's Ultra-Wealthy Indian Expats

Just days after its May 20 launch, Netflix's 'Desi Bling', a reality docusoap about ultra-wealthy Indian expats in Dubai, shot to the No.

Naomi Feldman·June 10, 2026
A split screen contrasting a declining, generic streaming service with a vibrant, engaged audience enjoying niche content.
Industry News

Niche Streaming Reshapes Content Consumption in 2026

While Sling TV lost 190,000 subscribers in Q1 2026, dropping its base from 1.

Maya Singh·June 8, 2026
Control room overlooking a live sports event with screens showing content streams and revenue charts, illustrating the FAST channel boom.
TV & Streaming

FAST Channels Offer Content Owners 35% Share Amidst Live Sports Boom

The revenue share model for FAST channels, splitting 35% to content owners, 35% to the OTT platform, and 30% to FASTChannels.

Maya Singh·June 5, 2026
European city square at dusk with people watching content on devices and holographic FAST channel logos visible.
Industry News

Europe's FAST Channels Surge Amidst Subscription Fatigue

Nearly 74% of European viewers now watch free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) daily or several times a week, signaling a significant shift in how the continent consumes video.

Maya Singh·June 3, 2026
Taylor Swift accepting an award at the 2026 American Music Awards, hosted by Queen Latifah, with a cheering audience.
TV & Streaming

Watch the 2026 American Music Awards Live Stream Online

With eight nominations, including album of the year, Taylor Swift is positioned to dominate the 2026 American Music Awards.

Naomi Feldman·May 25, 2026
A split image showing a magical element from Harry Potter on one side and a lavish scene from The Gilded Age on the other, symbolizing HBO Max's upcoming major series.
TV & Streaming

HBO Max Drops New Trailer Featuring The Gilded Age and Harry Potter

Despite a Christmas 2026 debut, HBO Max just dropped the first new footage from its 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone' series, giving fans a two-year head start on anticipation.

Naomi Feldman·May 24, 2026
California Attorney General Xavier Becerra addresses a crowd of Hollywood industry workers at a proposed jobs summit, discussing the future of employment in the entertainment sector.
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Xavier Becerra calls for Hollywood jobs summit to aid workers

California Attorney General Xavier Becerra has called for an unprecedented 'Hollywood jobs summit,' signaling a new era of state intervention into the industry's deepening crisis.

Elena Petrova·May 22, 2026
Patricia Clarkson as a CIA spy emerging from hiding in the new thriller series 'Gray', acquired by View TV Studios.
TV & Streaming

View TV Studios Acquires U.S. Rights to 'Gray'

Patricia Clarkson returns to the screen as a CIA spy emerging from 20 years in hiding in 'Gray,' a new eight-part thriller acquired by View TV Studios for its streaming platform.

Naomi Feldman·May 21, 2026