The service, expected to be called Max, is meant to help the company compete more directly with Netflix and Disney.
Category: Web-Original Programming
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Why There Is Talk of a Writers’ Strike in Hollywood
The New York Times – Movies:TV and movie writers want more money, but Hollywood companies say the demands ignore economic realities. The deadline to sort out those differences is approaching.
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Netflix Shuns Live Sports but Embraces Sports Documentaries
The New York Times – Business:Unlike many of its rivals, Netflix has not pursued showing live games. Instead, it has invested in series on professional auto racing, tennis and now golf.
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Cody Ko and Kelsey Kreppel Wed
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:Cody Kolodziejzyk and Kelsey Kreppel have become famous for podcasting about their lives, but kept their proposal mostly personal — washed-ashore seal carcass and all.
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Reed Hastings to Become Netflix’s Executive Chairman, Ceding Co-Chief Role
The New York Times – Business:Mr. Hastings will become the streaming giant’s executive chairman. Greg Peters will join Ted Sarandos as a co-chief executive.
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‘Based on a True Story’ (Except the Parts That Aren’t)
The New York Times – Business:The entertainment genre of historical drama is flourishing — and riddled with inaccuracies. The untrue parts are leading to more public spats and lawsuits.
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Crime and Police TV Shows Like ‘Criminal Minds’ Are Big Streaming Hits
The New York Times – Business:Prestige shows like “The White Lotus” grab a lot of the headlines and rave reviews. But viewers still like to settle in with the familiar.
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Streaming’s Golden Age Is Suddenly Dimming
The New York Times – Business:After years of breakneck growth, the number of scripted TV series orders made by networks and streamers is in decline.
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Aurelio Voltaire is the Goth Martha Stewart
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:Through his “Gothic Homemaking” YouTube series, Aurelio Voltaire has become a lifestyle guru to people who embrace spookiness in all seasons.
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‘Modern Love’ Goes Global in New Television Series
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:The latest iteration of the “Modern Love” franchise, “Modern Love Tokyo,” begins streaming on Oct. 21.