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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 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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Documentary about 1996 Doctor Who film to hit screens in October

Kaleidoscope Film Distribution has won the rights to to release award-winning Doctor Who documentary, Doctor Who Am I theatrically in the UK in October and will also manage international sales, according to Variety. “We at Kaleidoscope are delighted to be working with Matthew and Vanessa on this fabulous film,” said Kaleidoscope CEO Spencer Pollard via … >

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Paramount+ announces its UK launch date

The Star Trek franchise boldly goes to its new home. Thanks to Variety, we finally have a date for the rollout of Paramount+ in the UK and Ireland; the service launches on Wednesday, June the 22nd. Further international launches will follow, with South Korea in June and Italy, Germany, France and Austria throughout the latter … >

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ITVX — new streaming service from ITV launches later this year

ITV has revealed its new streaming offering, ITVX, coming later this year New service ITVX (no exact date for launch beyond 2022) is billed as something unique in the UK — the first integrated advertising and subscription funded (AVOD/SVOD)  platform. On ITVX, viewers can choose to watch thousands of hours of content for free in an … >

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ITV Studios launches two new channels with Samsung TV Plus

ITV Studios partners with Samsung TV Plus for the first time to launch two new channels In the ever evolving world of linear TV companies with content, streaming platforms and new deals, ITV Studios is launching two new channels with Samsung TV Plus. They are what’s called FAST channels — Free Ad-support Streaming TV (and … >

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