Business Wars Best of Business Wars Daily | That's Showbiz | 6
Jul 28, 2022
Joining the conversation are Matt Patches, Deputy Editor at Vox Media’s Polygon, specializing in media convergence, and Clay Keller, host and producer of the Screen Drafts podcast renowned for insightful movie discussions. They dive into the intense competition among streaming services and the creative strategies they're using to capture audience attention. The resurgence of movie theaters and its cultural impact is scrutinized, along with the exciting potential of the metaverse in storytelling. It's a fascinating look at the evolving landscape of entertainment.
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Netflix's Content Challenge
- Netflix struggles to create must-see content and relies on subscriber inertia.
- They lack the legacy content and development teams of competitors like HBO Max and Disney+.
Streaming Wars Winner
- Despite challenges, Netflix remains the dominant streaming service due to its ubiquity.
- HBO Max is praised for its diverse content library, offering both new releases and classic films.
Peacock's Struggle
- Peacock struggles because its content resembles traditional television, lacking unique appeal.
- Free ad-supported services like Pluto TV and Tubi may pose a threat to paid streaming platforms.