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deadline.comTubi CEO on Track to Double Audience and Reach Billions in Revenue
The streaming service Tubi has grown under its current chief executive. Revenue is projected to enter the billions as audience size doubles.
Washington ExaminerFilm Normal Stars Bob Odenkirk as Interim Sheriff
Normal, a dark comedy now streaming on Amazon Prime, follows an interim sheriff who uncovers organized crime in a small Minnesota town. The film was written by Derek Kolstad and features Bob Odenkirk in the lead role.
The Sydney Morning HeraldOff Campus TV Series Draws 39 Million Viewers in First Week
The eight-episode adaptation of Elle Kennedy's novel premiered May 15 on Amazon Prime Video. It reached the platform's top ranking among female viewers aged 18-34.
cnet.comRoku Updates Home Screen for First Time in Ten Years
Roku introduced a redesigned home screen interface. The change is the platform's first major update in a decade and is intended to create space for additional advertising.
ForbesSony Series Depicts Alternate Spider-Man Without Trademark Costume
Sony Pictures Television released an eight-episode series yesterday on streaming platforms. The show features a 1930s private investigator who gains spider-like powers but does not use the name Peter Parker or wear the red-and-blue suit.
New York PostAcorn TV Series Summerwater Follows Five Families at Scottish Resort
The limited series opens with a fire at a vacation site on a Scottish loch and then shows events from multiple residents' viewpoints. Five families occupy the cabins, and each has undisclosed personal issues that surface during their stay.
whats-on-netflix.comNetflix to Release Rafa Docuseries on May 29
A docuseries titled Rafa will premiere on Netflix on Friday, May 29. The series covers the story behind a tennis player's first tournament. @TennisChannel promoted the release on its platform.
thurrott.comSpotify Adds More Than 650 Narrated Magazine Articles to Audiobook Library
Spotify began offering narrated long-form articles from multiple publications on May 26, 2026. The articles are available to Premium subscribers under the existing audiobook allowance and to free users for individual purchase.
FortuneSpotify Targets 1 Billion Users and 20% Operating Margins by 2030
Spotify outlined long-term financial targets at its first Investor Day since 2022. The company aims for mid-teens revenue growth, 35%–40% gross margins, and more than 20% operating margins by the end of the decade.
nypost.comRick and Morty Season 9 Premieres May 24 on Adult Swim
The ninth season of the animated series Rick and Morty begins tonight at 11 p.m. ET. New episodes will air weekly on Adult Swim before streaming on other platforms later.
nypost.comBlue Jays Host Pirates in Sunday Leadoff Game on Peacock
The Toronto Blue Jays and Pittsburgh Pirates meet at Rogers Centre on May 24 at 12:15 p.m. ET. The contest streams exclusively on Peacock.
comicbook.comNetflix Releases Eight-Episode Series The Boroughs
The series stars Geena Davis, Bill Pullman, Alfred Molina, Denis O’Hare, Clarke Peters and Alfre Woodard. It follows retirement-community residents who investigate a secret. The show is executive-produced by Matt and Ross Duffer.
nypost.comMother Mary Film Streams on VOD Platforms
Director David Lowery’s film Mother Mary is now available on video-on-demand services. The movie stars Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel in a story involving a pop star and a fashion designer.
ForbesTrailer for Vought Rising Prequel Series Released
The first trailer for Vought Rising, a prequel series set in the 1950s, was released following the finale of The Boys. The series stars Jensen Ackles as Soldier Boy and Aya Cash as Clara Vought.
bgr.inSpotify Introduces AI-Generated Personalized Podcasts
Spotify has launched a feature that creates AI-generated personal podcasts for users. The service uses artificial intelligence to produce customized audio content based on individual listening habits.
finance.yahoo.comElevenLabs Enters Audiobooks Market to Compete With Spotify and Audible
ElevenLabs, an AI-voice company valued at $11 billion, is expanding into the audiobooks market. The company is positioning itself as a direct competitor to Spotify and Audible.
pbs.orgNFL Commissioner Defends Streaming Strategy as Trump Administration Reviews League Practices
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell stated that 87 percent of league games remain available on free television. President Trump and regulators have raised questions about the league's use of paid streaming platforms.
The VergeSpotify and Universal Music Group Announce AI Cover and Remix Tool
Spotify and Universal Music Group have agreed to let Premium subscribers generate AI covers and remixes of participating artists’ songs. The feature will generate new revenue streams for artists and songwriters while requiring their consent and providing royalties.
cnet.comNetflix Sci-Fi Series The Boroughs Centers on Retirement Community Residents
The Boroughs follows a group of residents in their 70s who investigate an alien threat in a New Mexico retirement community. The eight-episode series streams on Netflix.
ForbesPhilo Adds Free Ad-Supported Channels to Paid Streaming Service
Philo has integrated free ad-supported streaming television channels into its paid live TV service and launched a separate free tier. Executives discussed how the FAST channels affect subscriber retention and product differentiation.
nypost.comProject Hail Mary Film Arrives on Video on Demand Platforms
The film adaptation of Andy Weir's novel Project Hail Mary is now available on video on demand platforms. Ryan Gosling stars as astronaut Ryland Grace in the science fiction story directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller.
theverge.comHorror film Oddity streams on multiple platforms after director's new release
The 2024 horror movie Oddity is available to stream on Hoopla, Kanopy, Hulu, and Shudder. The film shares themes and production style with the director's newer theatrical release Hokum.
New York PostDutton Ranch Episode 3 Premieres May 22 on Paramount+
The third episode of the Yellowstone spinoff Dutton Ranch airs Friday, May 22 at 3:01 a.m. ET on Paramount+ and 8:00 p.m. ET on Paramount Network. The season contains nine episodes total.
ForbesTwo Murder Mystery Series Return With Perfect Rotten Tomatoes Scores
Deadloch season two and The Chestnut Man season two both hold 100 percent scores on Rotten Tomatoes. The Australian comedy and Danish drama are available on Amazon Prime Video and Netflix respectively.
mandatory.comCreator Content Featured in Media Upfront Presentations to Advertisers
Media companies highlighted creator content during annual upfront pitches to advertisers this week. Ad spending on creator content reached $37 billion in 2025 and is projected to hit $44 billion in 2026.
Paramount Skydance CTO Phil Wiser to Leave Company at End of May
Phil Wiser informed colleagues Friday morning that his last day will be May 29. The planned departure comes as the company continues its tech-forward transformation under CEO David Ellison. Wiser's responsibilities will be split among four executives reporting to chief product of…
thesouthafrican.comDrake Releases Three Albums Referencing Kendrick Lamar Dispute
Drake has released three albums simultaneously: Iceman, Habibti and Maid of Honour, containing 43 tracks in total. The albums are the first he has issued since his public dispute with Kendrick Lamar escalated in 2024 and include references to that dispute. Streaming services expe…
TechcrunchSpotify to Support Apple’s HLS Video Standard for Podcasts on Apple Platforms
Spotify announced plans to integrate Apple’s HTTP Live Streaming technology, enabling seamless video podcast distribution and monetization on Apple Podcasts without changes to existing setups. The rollout is scheduled for later in 2026. The move builds on Spotify’s video podcast…
The VergeNetflix Launches Internal AI Animation Studio Called INKubator
The streaming service quietly launched the internal unit in March 2026 and is hiring producers, software engineers and CG artists. INKubator will use experimental GenAI-native pipelines for animated shorts and specials while developing longer-form ambitions. The move follows Netf…
digiday.comYouTube Unveils New Creator-Hosted Shows at Advertiser Event
The platform unveiled a slate of original series including a Trevor Noah travel show, an Alex Cooper Met Gala documentary and a new Kareem Rahma project. YouTube highlighted its 12.7 percent share of TV viewing and more than 3 million eligible creators as it courts advertisers. T…
nypost.comAmazon MGM Studios Voltron Live-Action Film to Stream on Prime Video Without Theatrical Release
Amazon MGM Studios announced its live-action remake of the 1980s animated series Voltron will debut directly on Prime Video. The film, directed by Rawson Marshal Thurber, features a cast including Henry Cavill and Sterling K. Brown. No release date has been set.
ForbesUFC Freedom 250 and MVP MMA 1 Set as 2026's Major MMA Events
UFC Freedom 250 will take place June 14 on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, D.C. MVP MMA 1 is scheduled for Saturday at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, and will stream on Netflix. The events feature multiple former champions and current contenders, occur…
medianama.comTexas Sues Netflix Alleging Deceptive Data Practices
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against Netflix on Monday accusing the streaming service of spying on children, designing an addictive platform, and misrepresenting its data collection practices for years. The suit claims Netflix tracked and sold user data to br…
DeadlineCanela Media Launches AI-Generated Microdrama App Zully in Spanish and English
Canela Media unveiled Zully, a 100% scripted microdrama platform, at its upfronts presentation in New York on Monday. The app draws on the company's AI-heavy production model based in Mexico and targets the $11 billion global micro-series market. Founder and CEO Isabel Rafferty-Z…
ForbesRonda Rousey and Gina Carano Headline MVP MMA 1 Fight Card
Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano will face each other in the main event of MVP MMA 1 on May 16. The event, promoted by Jake Paul, also includes bouts featuring Nate Diaz, Mike Perry, Francis Ngannou and Junior dos Santos. The main card will stream on Netflix while the preliminary car…
ForbesMattel Begins Selling KPop Demon Hunters Toy Lines at Target, Walmart and Amazon
The toy maker's initial two assortments of miniature dolls and mini figures tied to the hit Netflix movie arrive Monday at Target, Walmart and Amazon. KPop Demon Hunters became Netflix's most-streamed movie after debuting in June 2025 and later won two Oscars. Mattel was named gl…
The VergeAmazon Rolls Out Short-Form Video Feed Called Clips to Prime Video App
The streaming service is rolling out a TikTok-style vertical feed of personalized clips from its shows and movies, starting with select U.S. users. The feature, tested earlier with NBA highlights, aims to improve discovery and includes direct options to watch, rent, buy or add ti…
DeadlineMedia Companies Present 2026 Upfronts In New York Next Week
Eight media companies and streamers will present their advertising sales events in Manhattan from May 11 to May 13. The schedule features familiar venues with some location changes for three participants. Overall upfront spending declined last year while digital advertising conti…
TechcrunchAmazon Adds Short-Form Video Clips Feed to Prime Video App
The streaming service is launching a TikTok-style browsing experience with personalized short clips from its shows. The feature rolls out first in the U.S. and lets users add titles to watchlists, share clips or navigate directly to rent, buy or stream full content.
forbes.comWWE Saturday Night's Main Event XLIV Set for May 23 in Fort Wayne
WWE Saturday Night's Main Event XLIV will take place on May 23, 2026 at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The event streams live at 8 p.m. ET exclusively on Peacock in the U.S. and on WWE's YouTube channel internationally. No matches have been announc…
bleedingcool.comDisney Shares Rise 8% After New CEO Outlines Growth Strategy
Walt Disney’s new Chief Executive Josh D’Amaro presented the company’s strategy during its first-quarter earnings call, emphasizing creative excellence, streaming expansion, live sports and theme park investment. The company reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.57 on revenu…
news.google.comDisney Reports Streaming Profit for First Time, Beats Earnings Expectations
Disney shares rose in premarket trading on May 7, 2026, following the company's report of an earnings beat and achievement of a streaming profitability milestone. The developments mark a key financial turning point for the entertainment giant. Seekingalpha.com reported the stock…
MarketWatchDisney Reports Q2 Revenue of $25.17 Billion, Up 7% From Prior Year
Walt Disney Co. reported revenue of $25.17 billion for the three months ended March 28, 2026, up 7% from a year earlier. Adjusted earnings per share reached $1.57, beating analyst estimates, while net income fell 31% to $2.25 billion. The results represent the first earnings rele…
Ars TechnicaParamount+ Unveils Teaser for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4
Paramount+ released a new teaser for the fourth season of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds during a convention in Mexico City. The teaser suggests elements including a Wild West setting and dinosaurs, along with a more serious tone. The season is set to premiere on July 23, 2026.
nypost.comCBS Renews 'Matlock' for Season 3 with Midseason 2027 Premiere
The CBS series 'Matlock' has been renewed for a third season, scheduled to premiere during the network's midseason lineup in 2027. The show's second season concluded with back-to-back episodes on April 23, 2026. Showrunner Jennie Snyder Urman stated that the delay allows time to…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewNetflix Releases Animated Stranger Things Spinoff Set Between Seasons 2 and 3
Netflix has launched Stranger Things: Tales From ‘85, an animated series depicting events in Hawkins involving the main cast of kids. The show features plant-like creatures, a mysterious green goo, and a new character named Nikki. It forms part of Netflix's broader efforts to exp…
nypost.comDutton Ranch Yellowstone Spinoff Premiere Date and Viewing Details on Paramount+
The Dutton Ranch spinoff from the Yellowstone series is scheduled to premiere on Paramount+ and Paramount Network. The show focuses on elements from the original series. Viewers can access it through streaming and cable platforms.
gematsu.comRemake of 1980s Anime Series 'Fist of the North Star' Available on Streaming Platform
A remake of the 1980s anime series 'Fist of the North Star' has been released on a streaming service. The series features a martial artist who fights to help others survive in a post-apocalyptic world. The production uses 3-D CGI animation and includes violent content.