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John Koblin
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It’s YouTube v. Netflix as the Streaming Wars Come Down to 2
The two giant video companies have far different strategies, but the same goal: controlling your TV set.
Lisa Kudrow’s ‘The Comeback’ to Come Back to HBO
Lisa Kudrow’s critically beloved cult comedy will return to HBO next year, the network announced on Friday.
It’s Official: Streaming Is Now the King of TV
In May, more Americans watched television on streaming than on cable and network television combined, Nielsen said. It is the first time that has happened…
Warner Bros. Discovery Bet on All You Can Eat. Viewers Wanted More à la Carte.
Subscribers to the company’s flagship streaming service, Max, watch HBO content, studio movies and older Warner Bros. series — and little else.
‘Jeopardy!’ and ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Are Coming to Hulu and Peacock
Starting in September, new episodes of the popular game shows will be available on both Hulu and Peacock the day after they air on broadcast…
Jake Tapper of CNN Is Everywhere Promoting, and Taking Hits on, His Book
A book the CNN host co-wrote has received positive reviews and appears to be a sales hit. But it has also generated intense scrutiny of…
Jake Tapper of CNN Is Everywhere Promoting, and Taking Hits on, His Book
A book the CNN host co-wrote has received positive reviews and appears to be a sales hit. But it has also generated intense scrutiny of…
‘Sesame Street’ Signs New Streaming Deals With Netflix and PBS
The deal is a much-needed shot in the arm for Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit that produces “Sesame Street” and has been struggling financially.
HBO’s Streaming Service Becomes ‘HBO Max’ Again
Warner Bros. Discovery executives are reinstating the name HBO Max for the popular streaming service. It’s the fourth name change for the app in the…
Netflix Debuts New Home Screen, Its First Redesign in 12 Years
The implications for the industry could be significant, given that most other streaming services have copied Netflix’s design.