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New Director General must rebuild the BBC for the streaming era
If he’s to secure the BBC’s relevance in a streaming-first landscape, Matt Brittin will need to oversee a fundamental review of its approach to content distribution.
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ESPN on Disney+ expands to 53 Europe & Asia markets
The expansion builds on the rights Disney+ has already assembled in various European markets
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Apple TV sets return date for Dark Matter
The second season of Dark Matter, Apple TV’s reality jumping sci-fi drama starring Joel Edgerton, will stream from August 28th.
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Joan Collins horror flick Empire of the Ants heads to Blu-ray
Eureka Entertainment is bringing the cult 1970s eco-horror to Blu-ray in June.
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Cancelling subscriptions set to get easier
New rules will require companies to offer easy one-click cancellation where subscriptions were first taken out online.
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BBC’s UKTV announces new executive hires
Part of BBC Studios, the BBC’s £2bn commercial unit, the highly profitable UKTV portfolio operates a mix of advertising and subscription funded channels here in the UK.
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Vincent Price and Peter Cushing classic Madhouse is coming to Blu-ray
Vincent Price and Peter Cushing’s 1974 horror flick Madhouse is coming to Blu-ray on June 22nd as part of the Eureka Classics range .
Films and TV to Buy
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Joan Collins horror flick Empire of the Ants heads to Blu-ray
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Vincent Price and Peter Cushing classic Madhouse is coming to Blu-ray
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Attenborough’s Oh! What a Lovely War to make Blu-ray debut
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Stranger Things is getting a Blu-ray and 4K Blu-ray release
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4K UHD release confirmed for Becoming Led Zeppelin
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ESPN on Disney+ expands to 53 Europe & Asia markets
The expansion builds on the rights Disney+ has already assembled in various European markets
Streaming deals and tips
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How to get free Apple TV from EE, BT and Barclays
The iPad and iPhone maker’s video streaming service offers a growing selection of exclusive high-end dramas, comedies and films.
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How to get free Disney+ in the UK – round up of the latest offers
For those looking to save on their streaming bills, several major brands are currently offering free access to Disney+.
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How to sign up to the standalone Prime Video plan on Amazon UK
As well as the regular ‘full fat’ version of Prime, Amazon also offers a standalone Prime Video option costing £5.99 per month.