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YouTube TV and NBC Officially Make a Deal to Keep NBC Channels
It’s official. YouTube TV subscribers will continue to have access to NBC channels after a week long dispute, a short extension to make a deal, and confirmation that a deal was being finalized last night. There will be no change to YouTube TV’s subscription cost and the deal will not include bundling Peacock Premium with…
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If a 4K-Capable Switch ‘Pro’ Ever Launches, Could an Updated NVIDIA Shield TV Follow?
Short answer: Maybe! For a longer answer, though, let’s take a look at the latest rumors surrounding a supposed “Pro” version of Nintendo’s popular home console/handheld hybrid: the Switch. A recent report from Bloomberg suggests that several game developers have access to upgraded Switch development kits that include support for up to 4K resolution. And…
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Disney+ Reaches Settlement with Scarlett Johansson in ‘Black Widow’ Lawsuit
Disney+ has reached a settlement with Scarlett Johansson regarding her ‘Black Widow’ premiere on Premier Access. Details of the settlement have not been disclosed, but both parties seem happy with the outcome according to their statements. “I am happy to have resolved our differences with Disney,” Johansson said in a statement on Thursday. “I’m incredibly…
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Weekend Wrap-Up: YouTube TV vs. NBCU, Netflix Buys Game Studio, and More
This week saw YouTube TV and NBCUniversal engaged in some lively talks as their carriage agreement neared its end. We also learned of other carriage disputes coming to a head as the month of September came to a close. Elsewhere, we learned of new content options for The Roku Channel and Frndly TV and Netflix…
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YouTube TV and NBCUniversal Are Close to Finalizing Carriage Deal to Keep NBC Channels
After announcing to YouTube TV customers that they could be in jeopardy of losing NBC-owned channels due to a carriage dispute, YouTube TV and NBCUniversal agreed to an extension of the deal that was set to expire at midnight on Thursday. As that short extension is coming to an end, the two companies are working…
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Everything Coming to Amazon Prime Video in October 2021
Amazon Prime Video has conjured up some spooky new originals for October, albeit a little wacky. For instance, in Bingo Hell, an elderly woman starts to suspect her local Bingo hall is haunted. It’s produced by Blumhouse, so there’s bound to be a pretty good scare factor. Then there’s the series based on the 1990as…
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All the Scary Movies Available on STIRR this Halloween
Sinclair’s free, ad-supported streaming service STIRR is definitely stirring things up this October with a special collection of all things Halloween-related. Starting October 1st, the Halloween Horror Fest hub will feature a selection of spine-chilling horror movies and family friendly frights. Horror fans can stream iconic serial killers, eerie cult classics, and monster madness movies within…
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YouTube TV and NBCUniversal Extension Expires Tonight
Update: YouTube TV and NBCUniversal Are Close to Finalizing Carriage Deal to Keep NBC Channels Just before the deadline for YouTube TV and NBCUniversal to make a decision on whether or not to renew the carriage agreement for NBC channels on YouTube TV last night, the two agreed to a short-term extension. A source now…
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Pluto is Celebrating Forensic Files 25th Anniversary with an Hour-Long Special
It’s been a quarter of a century since the true crime classic Forensic Files first aired, and Pluto is celebrating the milestone with an exclusive anniversary tribute special. Forensic Files 25th Anniversary Special will air for free on Pluto TV starting October 1st at 8 PM ET on Forensic Files Channel #370, and throughout the month of October after…
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The Top 10 Titles Trending on Netflix and Disney+ for the Week of October 1, 2021
As we head into fall, there’s plenty of content on Netflix and Disney+ to keep viewers occupied as the nights get more chilly. This week, Netflix viewers haven’t backed off bingeing the streamer’s Korean thriller drama Squid Game. The violent, twisted survival game series is on track to surpass viewership records currently held by Bridgerton…
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Comcast Xfinity Drops MSG Networks
Earlier this week, MSG warned that Comcast customers were in danger of losing access to New York Knicks, New York Rangers, New York Islanders, New Jersey Devils and MLS’s New York Red Bulls content. This morning, Comcast dropped MSG Networks when the two companies were unable to reach a carriage agreement. MSG Networks gave the…
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Vudu’s Most Popular Horror Movies Ranked – Get Them On Sale Now
Starting today, Vudu is kicking off October with “$4.99 Killer Deals” as part of Vudu’s Horror Store, with more than 100 titles available for less than $5,. On Tuesday, October 5, Vudu will launch a classic TV bundle sale, plus a Mix & Match sale on classic horror (purchase two films in HDX for $11.99) and…
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Netflix’s ‘Clickbait’ and ‘Manifest’ Each Surpass 1 Billion Streaming Minutes on Nielsen’s Weekly Chart
Netflix’s thrilling new crime mystery Clickbait landed the top overall spot on Nielsen’s streaming chart with more than 1.4 billion minutes viewed during the week ending September 5. The movie’s plot sees Nick Brewer abducted in a crime with a sinister online twist, and those closest to him race to uncover who is behind it…
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YouTube TV and NBC Have Agreed to an Extension, Channels Will Stay on YouTube TV for Now
After a week of back and forth between NBCUniversal and YouTube TV, the two agreed to a short-term extension tonight and will continue negotiating. An NBCUniversal spokesperson sent the following statement to Cord Cutters News: “NBCUniversal and YouTube TV have agreed to a short extension while parties continue talks. NBCUniversal will not go dark on…
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AT&T SportsNet and Root Sports Have Been Removed from Dish TV
Regional sports networks AT&T SportsNet and Root Sports were removed from Dish TV today. Dish customers will no longer have access to AT&T SportsNet Rocky Mountain, AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh, and Root Sports Northwest. “The current RSN model is fundamentally broken,” said Brian Neylon, group president, DISH TV. “This model requires nearly all customers to pay…
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