The King of Streams Is Dead Streaming in the Wake of ‘Game of Thrones’
Hulu’s Old Enough to Party
With the conclusion of “Game of Thrones” earlier this year, the streaming industry looks eerily similar to the first season
Hulu may have looked like an upstart a decade ago, but the video-on-demand service has always had powerful
of HBO’s fantasy series. The king of binge-watching is dead. The once-proud house of HBO Now is trying desperately to maintain its dominance, but there’s plenty of streaming royalty vying for the crown. Most interesting of all are the different tactics these services are using to win over subscribers.
friends. Thanks to early alliances with broadcasting giants like NBC and Fox, the service has always been defined by great, binge-worthy shows. Riding the success of “Brooklyn 99” and “The Handmaid’s Tale,” Hulu has turned its attention to film, releasing several classics this summer including “Drop Dead Gorgeous” and “Superbad.” By finally beefing up its movie selection, the site feels like it’s come of age. Like many wise rulers before it, Amazon has made a bid for the throne by giving the people what they want. The multimedia giant shrewdly picked up the rights to “The Expanse” after Syfy canceled it last year, delighting fans who petitioned for the show’s continuation. But Amazon’s likely trying to reach more than just science fiction lovers; the fact that “The Expanse” has widely been described as “‘Game of Thrones’ in space” suggests Amazon is hoping to convert HBO fans directly. Amazon Expands ‘The Expanse’ “My experience with Herrman & Herrman was outstanding. Will Privette and his staff handled two separate cases for me and kept me informed every step of the way. I was given all the medical treatment I needed for injuries I sustained in a motor vehicle accident. At no time did they ever hold back any type of assistance or medical treatment. What made the experience better for me was that anytime I asked questions or wanted a update on my case, Mr. Privette or the case manger would take my calls and keep me informed on every aspect of my case. I also appreciated the fact that they took the time to explain how the claim process works, and, anytime I had questions, they gave detailed answers. I would highly recommend Herrman & Herrman to anyone who needs a honest and fair law firm.” –David G.
Netflix Gets in the Robot
The most venerable of the streaming houses, Netflix has spent the last two years courting a new ally: anime fans. This flirtation with Japanese animation reached a fever pitch in June with the re-release of 1995 cult classic “Neon Genesis Evangelion.” A heady psychological drama told with giant robots, religious iconography, and tormented characters, “Evangelion” isn’t for everyone, but it’s still revered by many for its complex story. The fact that Netflix was willing to pay a king’s ransom to bring this hugely influential show back to the U.S. underscores their commitment to winning over anime lovers.
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