Kristin Brzoznowski

AVOD expenditure for TV episodes and movies is forecast to climb by 144 percent between 2020 and 2026 to reach $66 billion across 138 countries, according to Digital TV Research.

SK Global, the co-financiers and producers behind Warner Bros.’ Crazy Rich Asians franchise, has entered into a two-year first-look film and television development and production deal with Henry Golding and his Long House Productions.

The stars of the Halloween cult classic Hocus Pocus—Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy—are reuniting in a sequel for the Disney+ platform.

AMC Networks is enlarging the scope and focus of its international programming group, creating a wider organization responsible for finding and developing international series for its entertainment networks as well as the AMC+, Acorn TV and Sundance Now streaming services.

HBO Max will launch its ad-supported subscription tier in the U.S. in the first week of June at a price of $9.99 per month.

According to Digital TV Research, global pay-TV revenues will fall to $143 billion in 2026 from $173 billion in 2020, despite the number of pay-TV subscribers rising by 15 million.

The Roku Channel is planning to roll out its Roku Originals launch lineup, which features 30 titles, on May 20, in celebration of Streaming Day.

Endeavor Content has made a raft of new appointments for senior roles across its television distribution team, led by Prentiss Fraser.

The annual Monte-Carlo Television Festival is planning to return as an in-person event this year, also offering virtual accommodations with a hybrid format.

South Korean conglomerate Naver has completed its acquisition of Wattpad in a cash and stock transaction valued at more than $600 million.