What HBO Max/Discovery+ Means For the Future of Warner Bros & The Streaming Universe
/Film Weekly5 Aug 2022

What HBO Max/Discovery+ Means For the Future of Warner Bros & The Streaming Universe

On the August 5, 2022 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editorial director Peter Sciretta is joined by /Film news writer Ryan Scott to discuss the latest film and TV news, including what the Warner Bros/Discovery merger means for the future of the company and the streaming universe. Opening Banter: In The News: Peter (og Lex): Heartbreak Feels Good For One More Year As Nicole Kidman Renews Contract With AMC Warner Bros. Discovery Lost $3.4 Billion In First Quarter After The Mergera whopping $3.4 billion in net losses. That figure includes $1 billion in "restructuring and other costs," an additional $983 million in "transaction and integration expenses," and roughly $2 billion in "amortization of intangibles." Warner Bros. Discovery Blames Lower Box Office On Badly Timed Movie Releases Warner Bros. To Return To A More Traditional Theatrical Release Model, CEO David Zaslav ConfirmsNo more streaming originals. Theatrical > VOD > Streaming David Zaslav: "In theaters, the value of the content and the overall viewing experience is elevated," said. "When the same content moves to PVOD, and then streaming is elevated again. As films move from one window to the next, their overall value is elevated." … We have taken some aggressive steps to course correct the previous strategy," Is this a good or bad thing? Will other streamers follow? HBO Max And Discovery+ Will Officially Merge Into One Streaming Service In 2023What should it be called? The company is doing research on consumer perception of the HBO Max name. But, HBO will continue to be a major brand: “HBO will always be the beacon and the ultimate brand that stands for television quality.” Male/Female skewed graphic WB is about to cut 70% of the HBO Max production staff, they dont want to make more scripted HBO Max-only content Warner Bros. Discovery Will Make A Push Into Free Ad-Supported Television (Or FAST)“We see real potential and are exploring the opportunity for a FAST, or free ad-supported streaming offering, that would give consumers who do not want to pay a subscription fee access to great library content, while at the same time serving as an entry point to our premium service. We will talk to you more about our potential plans at our investor day which is planned for the end of the year." Netflix has also mentioned ads but they are doing it for a cheaper subscription price Peacock has FAST level Will other streamers follow? Premium to me always felt ad free Warner Bros. Discovery Has A 10 Year Plan For DC, CEO Addresses Scrapping Batgirl“We think we can build a much stronger, sustainable growth business out of DC,” Zaslav said during Thursday’s earnings call. “As part of that, we are going to focus on quality. We are not going to release any film before it’s ready…DC is something we can make better.” Batgirl: the movie wasn’t strong enough to release theatrically and was too expensive for a streaming release Canceling Batgirl but releasing The Flash THR: DC Films’ Walter Hamada Was on the Brink of Exit After ‘Batgirl’ Cancellation: “Hamada was upset at not being consulted and concerned about the impact on those involved in making the film.” “Hamada has now agreed to remain in his post at least until the Oct. 21 release of the Dwayne Johnson film Black Adam, according to sources with knowledge of the situation. “He’s pausing,” says a source. “The decision has not been made to make this adversarial, yet.” Hamada came on board during the JL fiasco. He forged relationships with James Gunn and Todd Philips and made a push into a less connected DC universe. Some of that was successful financially, others not as much. Also mentioned: Jeremy: Warner Bros. Discovery Is 'Doubling Down' On HBO, But What About HBO Max? All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Ben Stiller Returns in the Holiday Comedy Nutcrackers, Plus An Interview With Director David Gordon Green

Ben Stiller Returns in the Holiday Comedy Nutcrackers, Plus An Interview With Director David Gordon Green

On the November 29, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film editor Brad Oman to talk about the new holiday-themed comedy Nutcrackers and present an interview with director David Gordon Green.In Our Feature Presentation: Nutcrackers thoughtsDavid Gordon Green Is No Longer Compelled To Direct The Exorcist: Believer SequelDavid Gordon Green interviewAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes./Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Don’t forget to take a minute to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

29 Nov 202432min

Moana 2 is Better Than We Expected, Plus Interviews with the Directors and Co-Writer

Moana 2 is Better Than We Expected, Plus Interviews with the Directors and Co-Writer

On the November 27, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film editors Brad Oman and BJ Colangelo to talk about Moana 2 and present some interviews with several of the filmmakers.In Our Feature Presentation: Moana 2 Review: A Few Rough Waves Aren't Enough To Sink Disney's Sentimental SequelGeneral thoughtsSpoilersInterviews with Dana Ledoux Miller, David G. Derrick, and Jason Hand, and then Jared BushAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes./Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Don’t forget to take a minute to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

27 Nov 202436min

Wolfs 2, We Hardly Knew Ye. Plus More Equalizer, An Unusual Sgt. Rock Trio, and More

Wolfs 2, We Hardly Knew Ye. Plus More Equalizer, An Unusual Sgt. Rock Trio, and More

On the November 26, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film staff writer and box office analyst Ryan Scott to talk about the latest film and TV news.In The News:Skeleton Crew newsThe Real Reason Brad Pitt & George Clooney's Wolfs 2 Was CanceledDenzel Washington Will Continue To Violently Murder Everyone With Two More Equalizer SequelsDaniel Craig Could Play An Unlikely DC Comics Hero, With An Even More Unlikely DirectorLive-Action How To Train Your Dragon Trailer Looks Utterly PointlessCharlize added to Nolan movieAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes./Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Don’t forget to take a minute to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

26 Nov 202428min

Gladiator 2 and Wicked Take A Bite Out of the Box Office

Gladiator 2 and Wicked Take A Bite Out of the Box Office

On the November 25, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film staff writer and box office analyst Ryan Scott to talk about the weekend’s box office numbers.In The News:Top 10 at the box officeWicked Breaks Box Office Records With Massive $164 Million Global Opening WeekendGladiator 2All the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes./Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Don’t forget to take a minute to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

25 Nov 202433min

Wicked is Magical, While Gladiator 2 Missed the Mark

Wicked is Magical, While Gladiator 2 Missed the Mark

On the November 22, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film editor BJ Colangelo to talk about Jon M. Chu’s newest movie, Wicked: Part 1.In Our Feature Presentation: Wicked Review: The Broadway Musical Becomes An Overlong And Messy MovieRelationship to Wicked before this movieGeneral thoughts about the filmSpoilersThe Decision To Split Wicked Into Two Movies Is Good, ActuallyAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes./Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Don’t forget to take a minute to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

22 Nov 202443min

Ranking Our Top 5 Denzel Washington Performances

Ranking Our Top 5 Denzel Washington Performances

On the November 21, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film editor, Jacob Hall, editor and chief film critic Chris Evangelista, and /Film writer Jeremy Smith to determine our top 5 Denzel Washington performances.In Our Feature Presentation: Top 5 Denzel Washington PerformancesDenzel Washington Is The Best Actor EverGladiator II Review: A Scene-Stealing Denzel Washington Keeps Ridley Scott's Sequel In Fighting ShapeAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes./Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Don’t forget to take a minute to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

21 Nov 202452min

Water Cooler: Hot Frosty, Say Nothing, Juror #2, and More

Water Cooler: Hot Frosty, Say Nothing, Juror #2, and More

On the November 20, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film editor and chief film critic Chris Evangelista to gather around the water cooler and talk about what they’ve been up to.In the Water Cooler:What we’ve been Watching:Ben is watching Say Nothing, rewatched Double Indemnity, and saw Jewel Robbery and Juror #2.Chris watched Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Nosferatu (2024), Saturday Night, Anora, Nickel Boys, Heretic, Gladiator II, Juror #2, The Crow (2024), and of course, Hot Frosty. What we’ve been Eating:Ben returned to Parlor DoughnutsAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes./Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Don’t forget to take a minute to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

20 Nov 202444min

Smile 2 Has An Absolutely Killer Ending, Plus An Interview With Writer/Director Parker Finn

Smile 2 Has An Absolutely Killer Ending, Plus An Interview With Writer/Director Parker Finn

On the November 19, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by no one to talk a little about Smile 2 and present an interview with writer/director Parker Finn.In Our Feature Presentation: Smile 2 Review: A Twisted Horror Sequel That Doesn't Let UpHow To Watch Horror Sequel Smile 2 At HomeParker Finn interviewAll the other stuff you need to know:You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes./Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Don’t forget to take a minute to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

19 Nov 202413min

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