Navigating the Theatrical vs Streaming Debate in the Film Industry

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This chapter explores the evolving landscape of the film industry, diving into the debate surrounding the impact of streaming services on traditional movie theaters. It discusses the clash between the allure of theatrical experiences and the convenience of streaming platforms, as well as the challenges faced by filmmakers in adapting to the changing distribution models.

Kim Masters and Matt Belloni break down the latest NBA news at Warner Bros. Discovery. They also discuss activist investor Nelson Peltz’s decision to sell his entire stake in Disney, and why Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos thinks last summer’s biggest theatrical hits would have fared as well on the streamer.

Plus, Masters speaks to the head of domestic distribution at Paramount, Chris Aronson. The long-serving executive explains why he believes that movie theaters will survive despite industry-wide gloom over waning box office numbers, and he argues that the lack of consensus about the length of the theatrical window isn't helping consumers or studios.