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.
Category: Web-Original Programming
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Netflix Shuns Live Sports but Embraces Sports Documentaries
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
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
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 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
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
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
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 latest iteration of the “Modern Love” franchise, “Modern Love Tokyo,” begins streaming on Oct. 21.