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
5 Aug 202243min
Is Eternals 2 Happening? Plus, Devil in the White City Finds Its First Cast Member
On the August 4, 2022 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson talks about the latest film and TV news, including Eternals 2 and Devil in the White City. Opening Banter: In The News: Did Patton Oswalt Just Announce Eternals 2 With Chloe Zhao Returning? Hulu's Devil In The White City Series Has The Good Taste To Cast Keanu Reeves Also mentioned: 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 of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
4 Aug 20228min
Why Warner Bros’ Shelved Batgirl & Scoob 2
On the August 3, 2022 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editorial director Peter Sciretta is joined by /Film news writer Ryan Scott to talk about the latest film and tv news, which today centers around Warner Bros’ shelving Batgirl and Scoob 2. Opening Banter: Peter went to the premiere of Prey last night. In The News: Ryan: Batgirl Movie Has Been Shelved, And Warner Bros. Has No Plans To Release ItHas this ever happened before? Discovery CEO David Zaslav has wasted no time, shutting down CNN Plus a month after it launched and gotten rid of nearly half the entire lineup of The CW. Why Was The Batgirl Movie Canceled? Here's What We Know So FarThe bad optics the film’s creators and star, all people of color, thrown under the bus with rumors that the film was horrible The official statement"The decision to not release Batgirl reflects our leadership's strategic shift as it relates to the DC universe and HBO Max. Leslie Grace is an incredibly talented actor and this decision is not a reflection of her performance. We are incredibly grateful to the filmmakers of Batgirl and Scoob! Holiday Haunt and their respective casts and we hope to collaborate with everyone again in the near future." Would you work with WB ever again? Scoob 2 Writer 'Heartbroken' Over Warner Bros. Scrapping Film: 'The Movie Is Practically Finished' Accounting loophole Streaming vs theatrical and a changing corporate strategy Brand protection Resetting DC?DC Launches New Website, Drops Comics From URL & Social Handles Will we ever see it? What about The Flash? Also mentioned: 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 of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
3 Aug 202236min
Mini-Water Cooler: The Last Unicorn, Bullet Train, Three Thousand Years of Longing, The Last Movie Stars, and More
On the August 2, 2022 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film editor Hoai-Tran Bui to gather around the virtual water cooler and talk about what they’ve been up to. Opening Banter: At The Water Cooler: What we’ve been Doing: What we’ve been Reading:Ben read The Last Unicorn by Peter S. Beagle. Hoai-Tran has been reading Agatha Christie’s Endless Night. What we’ve been Watching:HT watched Bullet Train, Three Thousand Years of Longing, Nope, Luck, The Sandman, The Bear Ben watched Station Eleven, The Last Movie Stars episode 1, Rachel, Rachel, and Contempt. What we’ve been Eating: What we’ve been Playing: Also mentioned: 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 of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
2 Aug 202244min
Andor, Spider-Man: Freshman Year & Weekend Box Office
On the August 1, 2022 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editorial director Peter Sciretta is joined by /Film news writer Ryan Scott to talk about the latest film and TV news, including Andor, Spider-Man: Freshman Year, and Box Office. In The News: Peter: Andor Release Date ChangedWhy? Excited for a 3 episode premiere? Think they will do a sneak at d23? Thoughts on the trailer Ryan: Tony Gilroy Had 'No Interest' In Star Wars When He Was Hired For Rogue OneJJ Abrams with Star Trek So many video game movies made by directors and writers who aren't fans Peter (og Erin): Here's How Spider-Man: Freshman Year Fits Into The MCUA full series what if? Is this really MCU canon? Ryan: Box Office Updates:Ben S: Everything Everywhere All At Once Becomes The First A24 Movie To Hit $100 Million At The Box Office Ryan: DC League Of Super-Pets Tops The Box Office But Doesn’t Fly All That High Also mentioned: 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 of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
1 Aug 202236min
Avengers: The Kang Dynasty Finds a Director, The Gray Man Kickstarts a Franchise, and More
On the July 28, 2022 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film news writer Ryan Scott to talk about the latest film and TV news, including a big Marvel director announcement, Netflix’s Gray Man plans, and more. Opening Banter: Blu-ray giveaway! Here’s the contest tweet. In The News: Creed Spin-Off Drago Is In The Works At MGM Netflix's The Gray Man Already Has A Sequel, Spin-Off In Development, Whether You Like It Or Not Avengers: The Kang Dynasty Will Be Directed By Shang-Chi's Destin Daniel Cretton Also mentioned: 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 of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
28 Jul 202223min
Nope Spoiler Discussion: How Gordy’s Home Factors In, That Ending, and More
On the July 26, 2022 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film editor Chris Evangelista to have a spoiler-filled conversation about Jordan Peele’s Nope. Opening Banter: In Our Feature Presentation: Nope Review: Jordan Peele Stages An Absolute Spectacle With His Scary, Funny Sci-Fi Blockbuster Nope Spoiler Review: A Thrilling Spectacle About The Horrors Of Exploitation Nope Ending Explained: Getting That Oprah Shot, No Matter The Cost Also mentioned: 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 of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
26 Jul 202232min
Comic-Con 2022 Debrief: The Biggest News From This Year’s Convention
On the July 25, 2022 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film editor Brad Oman to talk about the biggest news to come out of Comic-Con 2022. Opening Banter: In The News: John Wick: Chapter 4 Trailer: Once Again, We're Thinking He's Back Those Walking Dead Movies Will Now Be A Six-Episode Series On AMC+ Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Trailer: Who Needs Heroes When You Have Thieves? Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Will Crossover With Star Trek: Lower Decks In Season 2 [Comic-Con] Black Adam Trailer: The Rock Meets The Justice Society Of America Shazam! Fury Of The Gods Trailer: The Family That Stays Together, Fights Together Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Trailer: Ryan Coogler's Long-Awaited Sequel Is Almost Here Marvel Studios Announces Phase 5 Slate [Comic-Con] The Multiverse Saga Officially Named As Marvel's Follow-Up To The Infinity Saga Fantastic Four Release Date Set For November 2024, Will Be In Phase 6 Of MCU Avengers: The Kang Dynasty And Avengers: Secret Wars Will Be Part Of Marvel Phase 6 [Comic-Con] The Russo Brothers Won't Direct The Phase 6 Avengers Movies, Kevin Feige Confirms Also mentioned: 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 of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
25 Jul 202238min
