Stephanie Prange

“Pluribus” took the top spot on the Whip Media chart of streaming originals among U.S. consumers for the week ended Nov. 16. The new drama from writer and director Vince Gilligan, the creator of “Breaking Bad” and co-creator of “Better Call Saul,” rose from No. 3 the previous week. The series, which started streaming on Apple TV … Continue reading "‘Pluribus’ Takes Top Spot on Weekly Whip U.S. Streaming Originals Chart Through Nov. 16"

Apple TV has launched a new limited-time discount, available Nov. 21-Dec. 1, offering new and qualified returning subscribers access to the service for $5.99 per month for six months — more than 50% off the regular monthly price of $12.99 per month. Apple TV is home to the new series “Pluribus,” as well as Emmy Award-winning … Continue reading "Apple TV Bows More Than 50% Per Month Discount Offer for Thanksgiving Week"

Andreas Olavarria is president and CEO of Level 33 Entertainment, a worldwide film sales and distribution company he founded in 2010. Level 33 distributes and sells content across all media platforms including theatrical, VOD, DVD and streaming. Olavarria has overseen the acquisition, marketing and distribution of more than 300 independent feature films. He also produces … Continue reading "Q&A: Level 33’s Andreas Olavarria on the State of the Indie Film Market and What Makes a Strong Indie Feature"

TCLtv+, the flagship streaming service offered by consumer electronics company TCL, and American anime and manga distributor Viz Media have inked a new content partnership offering TCL audiences access to anime. The content rollout includes four single IP channels — Naruto, Hunter x Hunter, Inuyasha, and Sailor Moon — as well as a dedicated TCL … Continue reading "TCLtv+ to Launch Channels Featuring Anime From Viz Media"

Jeff Hayne, SVP of licensing and productions at Alliance Home Entertainment, is a seasoned entertainment executive. With a background in acquisitions and a deep understanding of both physical and digital distribution, Hayne has helped shape the release strategies for thousands of titles across genres and formats. He’s known for his collaborative approach, his instinct for … Continue reading "Q&A: Alliance SVP Jeff Hayne on New Company Branding, Indie Film Marketplace"

Jeff Hayne, SVP of licensing and productions at Alliance Home Entertainment, is a seasoned entertainment executive. With a background in acquisitions and a deep understanding of both physical and digital distribution, Hayne has helped shape the release strategies for thousands of titles across genres and formats. He’s known for his collaborative approach, his instinct for … Continue reading "Q&A: Alliance SVP Jeff Hayne on New Company Branding, Indie Film Marketplace"

HereTV, an LGBTQ+ television and streaming service, is partnering with PrideRx, a new LGBTQ+ telemedicine venture based in Hollywood, Calif. Founded by Here Media principals Stephen P. Jarchow, Paul Colichman, and John Mongiardo, PrideRx “delivers discreet, affirming healthcare” to the LGBTQ+ community in all 50 states through a seamless online platform, according to the venture. … Continue reading "LGBTQ+ TV and Streaming Service HereTV Partners With Telemedicine Venture PrideRX"

Zoo Digital Group, the tech-enabled localization and digital media services company, has published its second edition AI white paper, “Beyond the AI Revolution: The Future of Media Localisation.” Building on the findings of its 2024 report, the new paper explores how next-generation technologies, shifting consumer habits and new business models are reshaping the future of … Continue reading "Zoo Digital Releases White Paper on Artificial Intelligence"

HereTV, an LGBTQ+ television and streaming service, is partnering with PrideRx, a new LGBTQ+ telemedicine venture based in Hollywood, Calif. Founded by Here Media principals Stephen P. Jarchow, Paul Colichman, and John Mongiardo, PrideRx “delivers discreet, affirming healthcare” to the LGBTQ+ community in all 50 states through a seamless online platform, according to the venture. … Continue reading "LGBTQ+ TV and Streaming Service HereTV Partners With Telemedicine Venture PrideRX"

HDR10+ Technologies LLC will administer a new certification program for Eclipsa Audio, based upon the IAMF (Immersive Audio Model and Format) open-source specifications created by the Alliance for Open Media (AOMedia), which is comprised of nearly 40 leading technology companies. The Eclipsa Audio certification program helps to ensure uniform immersive audio performance on compatible televisions … Continue reading "HDR10+ Technologies to Administer Certification Program for Eclipsa Audio"

The trade association OTT.X unveiled a new logo and plans for new working groups during its fall summit Oct. 22 at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles. “I am really inspired by how many of you I see in the room,” said new OTT.X president Hollie Choi in her opening remarks at the event. … Continue reading "OTT.X Unveils New Logo, Working Group Plans"

Panelists and speakers mulled the increasingly competitive and complicated landscape of the streaming marketplace at the OTT.X fall summit Oct. 22 at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles. With FAST channels proliferating, creators/influencers moving into the marketplace, and the big guys expanding their footprint in the advertising ecosystem, the competition for advertiser dollars is … Continue reading "OTT.X Summit Speakers Mull Increasingly Competitive and Complicated Streaming Landscape"

Apple and NBCUniversal have announced the launch of the Apple TV and Peacock Bundle, available beginning Oct. 20. Customers in the U.S. can save more than 30% by subscribing to the Apple TV and Peacock Premium bundle for $14.99 per month, or Apple TV and Peacock Premium Plus for $19.99 per month, through either app … Continue reading "Apple and NBCU Introduce Apple TV-Peacock Bundle"

A Parrot Analytics analysis of thousands of titles across Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, Netflix and Max found that movies deliver disproportionately high engagement relative to the volume of content hours they represent. Streaming services are, in fact, relying more than ever on films to keep their growth engines humming, according to Parrot. In the linear … Continue reading "Parrot Analytics: Movies Deliver High Engagement on Top Streaming Services"

Virgil Films and Entertainment has released the romantic sci-fi drama ReEntry on VOD. Starring Emily Deschanel (“Bones”) and Sam Trammell (“True Blood”), the release follows the film’s theatrical premiere on Oct. 1. From director Brendan Choisnet and writer Daniel Nayeri, ReEntry tells the story of Lucas Bello (Trammell), the first human to attempt multidimensional travel. But when Lucas steps through … Continue reading "Romantic Sci-Fi Drama ‘ReEntry’ Available on VOD From Virgil"

The Chinese romance drama The Favorite of Times will be released for digital purchase and rental and streaming Oct. 28 from BayView Entertainment. The social drama, exploring the complexities of family, love, and career against the backdrop of the Chinese reform, follows Anna, a resilient woman from a small fishing village as she embarks on … Continue reading "Chinese Romance Drama ‘The Favorite of Times’ Due Digitally Oct. 28 From BayView"

The religious documentary The 7 Churches of Revelation: Times of Deception is available now digitally from Virgil Films. Following The 7 Churches of Revelation: Times of Fire, this next chapter in the documentary series continues the journey through the Book of Revelation, examining the messages to the early churches and their enduring relevance for the modern … Continue reading "Doc ‘The 7 Churches of Revelation: Times of Deception’ Available Digitally From Virgil"

DEG: The Digital Entertainment Group Oct. 7 announced the winners of the fifth annual EnTech Awards at the Culver Theater in Culver City, Calif., with a presentation and cocktail reception. Richard Berger, CEO of MovieLabs, was presented with the Hall of Fame Award. Category winners included CineSearch (accepted by Tony Huidor) with the Emerging Technology … Continue reading "DEG Announces Winners of Fifth Annual EnTech Awards"

The horror film Him, from producer Jordan Peele and Monkeypaw Productions, will be available for premium digital rental and sale Oct. 7, and on DVD, Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD disc Nov. 11 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. The film has earned $25.6 million at the global box office. A chilling journey into the dark … Continue reading "Universal Horror Flick ‘Him’ Due via Premium Digital Oct. 7, Disc Nov. 11"

Los Angeles-based production and distribution company Electric Entertainment has acquired exclusive North American distribution rights to the sci-fi thriller film The Draw, the debut feature from View35 Films, written and directed by Tom Ruddock and produced by Shelley Ruddock. The deal gives Electric all rights in North America and worldwide for ship and airlines. “This … Continue reading "Electric Entertainment Acquires Sci-Fi Thriller ‘The Draw’"