The global streamer has set up a studio and programming commitment in Spain, offering an opportunity to compare its strategy for international markets.
Joly addresses the confusion around Creative Canada, and says the Netflix agreement was “always part of our transition plan” for a policy framework that includes digital players.
To stand out in the global marketplace, Irene Berkowitz argues the industry needs a platform-agnostic points system.
With details still to be revealed, producers welcome CMF changes and find cautious optimism in Netflix’s investment, while some broadcasters fume over the streamer’s status quo.
We’re wrapping up our birthday throwback series with a dive into the recent past: Netflix, the CRTC and the Corus/Shaw deal will shape the industry for years to come.
Despite the low price point of the service, there’s still a positive correlation between household income and subscription rates.
A report from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives calculates how much governments could collect from OTTs like Netflix.
The deal inked between Corus Entertainment and the SVOD giant includes the exclusive Canadian rights to Nick series The Legend of Korra.
Plus more deals of week including DHX Media, Elevation Pictures and Netflix Canada. (The cast of Apres Ski pictured.)
Schitt’s Creek (pictured) is now streaming on Netflix Canada, and more deals of the week.
The appeal of unraveling the pay TV bundle for consumers is clear: you pay less for what you want, and you’re done. For the industry, cable unbundling will not be that easy, or cheap, to offer.