As streaming services chase profitability, kids’ content is king

As streaming services chase profitability, kids’ content is king

Cartoon characters from the children’s show “Bluey” are displayed during the Brand Licensing Europe event at ExCel, in London, Oct. 4, 2023. John Keeble | Getty Images News | Getty Images In the battle among streaming services to capture and keep subscribers, kids’ shows like “CoComelon” and “Bluey” are becoming …

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13 anonymous media executives make predictions for the new year

13 anonymous media executives make predictions for the new year

Bob Iger, CEO of Disney (L), and Brian Roberts, CEO of Comcast (R). Getty Images Ho, ho, ho! It’s a holiday tradition: Anonymous media executives make their 2025 industry predictions. In honor of the 12 days of Christmas, we give you 12 predictions from some of the most powerful media …

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Disney stock surges on streaming growth, guidance

Disney stock surges on streaming growth, guidance

In Disney and Pixar’s “Inside Out 2,” Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust meet new emotions. Disney | Pixar Disney reported its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings Thursday, narrowly beating analyst estimates as streaming growth helped propel its entertainment segment.  The streaming business’ growth and profitability — combined with a blockbuster summer …

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Thanksgiving box office showdown shows importance of premium screens

Thanksgiving box office showdown shows importance of premium screens

Wicked, Gladiator II, and Moana 2 Movie Posters. Sources: Universal (L), Paramount (C) and Disney (R) Three heavyweight Hollywood blockbusters will face off at the box office in November, each vying for audience attention, ticket sales and time on theaters’ biggest screens. Universal‘s “Wicked,” Paramount‘s “Gladiator II” and Disney‘s “Moana …

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