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Tony Jones

Six new shows for 2024

Six new shows to look forward to in 2024

We pick six new shows coming in 2024 we think deserve your attention How to pick just six new shows to watch in 2024? Between terrestrial television and even some of the streamers, it’s not even one show each and whatever we pick will do a disservice to others. In the end we’ve chosen shows … >

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2023 ended too soon

Ended too soon — six shows cancelled in 2023

2023 has been an interesting if varied year for television shows — we remember six we feel ended too soon There’s been plenty to entertain in 2023, but also disappointments. Nothing feels worse than vesting time in a show for it to be cancelled with plenty more story to come or even ending a season … >

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Six new shows in 2023

2023 — six new shows we enjoyed this year

It’s been another year for fascinating TV shows — here’s six we’ve enjoyed in 2023 Despite a slowdown towards the end of the year (due to a mix of strikes and tapering of spending in some streamers), there have been many new shows released this year. Sadly some of those only managed one season before … >

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Bundling — the answer to the sweet shop problem

Bundling — the trend to watch in 2024?

The streamers want to improve revenues, cut churn and attract customers — even if it means working with the competition, bundling just might be the answer Streamers are raising prices, household budgets are ever stretched and there are too many options in the market. Remember when you were a kid, buying sweets at the cinema … >

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My5

My5 and Pluto TV to merge in 2024

Paramount has plans to combine two of its UK platforms — My5 and Pluto TV — what might it mean for UK audiences? The Hollywood Reporter (and others) are covering news of plans Paramount has to consolidate its UK services and get them ready for the future. In particular: the move will bring together broadcast … >

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YouTube Primetime Channels

YouTube is bringing Primetime Channels to the UK

YouTube’s Primetime Channels are being launched in the UK — we bring you the lowdown on yet another way to watch your favourite shows Various industry outlets, including Broadcast Now and Digital TV (Europe), are reporting on the latest foray into the Uk streaming market. This time it’s YouTube with their Primetime Channels. Every few weeks … >

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ONE PIECE renewal

ONE PIECE sets sail for season 2 thanks to an early renewal

In a surprise (but welcome) move, Netflix has announced the renewal of ONE PIECE after only a few weeks In the current environment of economic uncertainty in the streaming market and the ongoing writers’ and actors strikes, it was refreshing to find out Netflix has confirmed the renewal of ONE PIECE. Many shows are facing possible cancellation … >

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