A year of firsts, diversity, and no host: 5 takeaways from the 2019 Emmys
A year of firsts, diversity, and no host: 5 takeaways from the 2019 Emmys
It was a year of firsts, category upsets, diversity, and no host as the 2019 Primetime Emmy Awards featured several big wins for streaming services and memorable speeches, including a formal send-off for HBO's Game of Thrones and a passionate call for gender equality in TV.
The best new shows streaming on Netflix, Hulu, HBO and more in September
The best new shows streaming on Netflix, Hulu, HBO and more in September
Can't figure out what to watch? Here's a list of the best series that will be premiering on streaming services in September 2019, including both new series and returning shows. Highlights include the return of Shameless, The Deuce, and Disenchantment, as well as the premieres of Untouchable and Criminal.
Go beyond the Ring Gate with a sneak peak of The Expanse season 4
Go beyond the Ring Gate with a sneak peak of The Expanse season 4
After getting axed by the SyFy network after three seasons, The Expanse, the best sci-fi show no one is watching, was rescued by Amazon Prime. Now there's a new teaser trailer giving a glimpse of what we can expect to see in season four, as well as a five minute clip of a new episode.
Google-Amazon truce brings YouTube to Fire TV, Prime Video to Chromecast
Google-Amazon truce brings YouTube to Fire TV, Prime Video to Chromecast
After a yearslong battle, Amazon and Google have finally made peace over their two main video products: Prime Video and YouTube. The YouTube app is coming to Fire TV devices, while the Prime Video app on mobile devices will get support for Chromecast devices, as well as compatibility with a range of Android TV products.
Confused Christian group petitions Netflix to cancel Amazon’s Good Omens
Confused Christian group petitions Netflix to cancel Amazon’s Good Omens
More than 20,000 people have signed a petition asking Netflix to cancel Neil Gaiman's apocalyptic comedy Good Omens, citing concerns about the portrayal of angels and demons, a female God, and other blasphemous spins on classic Bible stories. The problem? Netflix has nothing to do with the show.
Amazon ups the ante with Netflix, aims to release up to 30 movies a year
Amazon ups the ante with Netflix, aims to release up to 30 movies a year
Netflix has a seemingly endless appetite for spending money on both licensed and original content alike. But Amazon Studios isn't far behind. A recent interview with studio chief Jennifer Salke revealed an annual budget in excess of $50 million and up to 30 theatrical and direct-to-Amazon Prime titles.
Amazon discounts the Roku Premiere, allowing you to stream 4K HDR for $30
Amazon discounts the Roku Premiere, allowing you to stream 4K HDR for $30
You can now get a Roku Premiere streaming device for just a dollar more than the base model Roku model, allowing you to add 4K HDR streaming quality to your TV for cheaper than ever, and making the upgrade to a higher-end Roku device an absolute no-brainer for those with older models.
Google Chromecast returns to Amazon just in time for the holiday shopping crunch
Google Chromecast returns to Amazon just in time for the holiday shopping crunch
It's been a chilly few years between Google and Amazon, with each company taking increasingly nasty shots at the other. But things may be improving. Just in time for the holiday shopping crunch, you can now buy two versions of Google's Chromecast on Amazon, something that hasn't be possible since 2015.
YouTube Premium on the rocks? Original series will be ad-supported in 2020
YouTube Premium on the rocks? Original series will be ad-supported in 2020
In what will be seen by many as an acknowledgment that it can't compete with Netflix and Amazon Video, YouTube announced that its original programming will soon be available as ad-supported streaming for all of its 2 billion users. Could this be the end for YouTube's Premium subscription service?
‘The Expanse’ gets a new life, will continue with Season 4 on Amazon Prime
‘The Expanse’ gets a new life, will continue with Season 4 on Amazon Prime
In a surprise announcement greeted with raucous applause at a National Space Society panel discussion featuring the cast and crew of The Expanse, Jeff Bezos confirmed that the critically acclaimed sci-fi series will continue with the fourth season premiering on Amazon Prime.
Amazon lands Nazi-hunting series ‘The Hunt’ from ‘Get Out’ director Jordan Peele
Amazon lands Nazi-hunting series ‘The Hunt’ from ‘Get Out’ director Jordan Peele
Amazon Studios has picked up The Hunt, a drama series about a group of Nazi hunters in 1970s-era New York City produced by Get Out director Jordan Peele's studio, Monkeypaw Productions. It's written by two-time Blacklist screenwriter David Weil, who will executive produce the series with Peele.
Documents show Amazon isn’t playing the same game as Netflix, and never was
Documents show Amazon isn’t playing the same game as Netflix, and never was
Allegedly leaked internal documents obtained by Reuters seem to show that Amazon’s Prime Video offerings are all about increasing Prime signups.
Amazon now lets you buy UFC pay-per-view events — no Prime necessary
Amazon now lets you buy UFC pay-per-view events — no Prime necessary
In a move that sees it moving closer to becoming a viable alternative to a traditional cable subscription, Amazon is now selling UFC pay-per-views.
Try before you buy with the best free trials on Amazon
Try before you buy with the best free trials on Amazon
Why choose to pay for something if you're not sure you're going to like it? These 5 Amazon free trials let you test the waters before you dive right in.
Amazon makes ‘Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ free for anyone to stream after Globes wins
Amazon makes ‘Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ free for anyone to stream after Globes wins
In celebration of Amazon's comedy series The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel's wins at this year's Golden Globes, the entire season is free to stream.
Amazon’s ‘The Tick’ is back in blue in first trailer for second half of season 1
Amazon’s ‘The Tick’ is back in blue in first trailer for second half of season 1
Amazon Studios has released a trailer for the second half of season 1 of the 'The Tick,' which returns February 23 with six more episodes.
Amazon shuts down Anime Strike channel, rolls it over into Prime Video
Amazon shuts down Anime Strike channel, rolls it over into Prime Video
Less than a year after its inception, Amazon has closed its Anime Strike channel and moved all the series and movies to Amazon Prime Video.
After an agonizing wait, Apple TV 4K finally supports Amazon Prime Video
After an agonizing wait, Apple TV 4K finally supports Amazon Prime Video
The wait is finally over: The Amazon Prime Video app is now available on Apple TV 4K. But there a few caveats with this version.
Amazon reportedly pulls the plug on its rumored live TV streaming service
Amazon reportedly pulls the plug on its rumored live TV streaming service
Amazon has been rumored to be planning a live TV streaming service similar to Sling TV and others, but now those plans appear to be no more.
Xbox One gets love from Amazon as it rolls out Prime video app to more countries
Xbox One gets love from Amazon as it rolls out Prime video app to more countries
Amazon has rolled out its Prime Video app for Xbox One to six major markets, making the offering a truly global one.
Amazon’s ‘Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan’ just got its first teaser trailer
Amazon’s ‘Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan’ just got its first teaser trailer
John Krasinski is set to portray the fifth iteration of Jack Ryan in Amazon's upcoming series, for which we just received a teaser trailer.
'This Is Us,' 'The Exorcist' are coming to Amazon Prime Video
'This Is Us,' 'The Exorcist' are coming to Amazon Prime Video
Amazon has signed an agreement for exclusive streaming rights to This Is Us and The Exorcist in more than 200 countries.
Funny or Die has Justin Long tackle internet fame in ‘The Real Stephen Blatt’
Funny or Die has Justin Long tackle internet fame in ‘The Real Stephen Blatt’
Funny or Die's new mini-series The Real Stephen Blatt will be the company's first series exclusively streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
See a hero fall from a building in a single bound in 'The Tick' trailer
See a hero fall from a building in a single bound in 'The Tick' trailer
Amazon has released a brand new trailer for its adaptation of The Tick, ahead of its release on Prime Video next month.
Amazon's 'Comrade Detective' sees plenty of 'A'-listers doing voiceover work
Amazon's 'Comrade Detective' sees plenty of 'A'-listers doing voiceover work
Amazon Prime Video's Comrade Detective is a Romanian comedy with voiceover work from Chaning Tatum, Mahershala Ali and more A-list actors.
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine warns against choosing Netflix over sleep
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine warns against choosing Netflix over sleep
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine gave tips on how to avoid sleep deprivation while binge-watching TV series.
Netflix gives America’s history an R-rated revision in its first animated film
Netflix gives America’s history an R-rated revision in its first animated film
Netflix's first original animated film, America: The Motion Picture, will be a revisionist take on the country's formation.
Live-action prequel to ‘Ghost Recon Wildlands’ hits Amazon Prime this month
Live-action prequel to ‘Ghost Recon Wildlands’ hits Amazon Prime this month
Ubisoft's live-action Ghost Recon Wildlands prequel War Within the Cartel will premiere via Twitch and Amazon Prime Video later this month.
Report: Facebook plans to invade your TV screen with its new video app
Report: Facebook plans to invade your TV screen with its new video app
Facebook is heading to a TV screen near you. The company is developing a video-centric app for television set-top boxes, including Apple TV.
Amazon looks to take on Netflix by offering Prime Video worldwide
Amazon looks to take on Netflix by offering Prime Video worldwide
Following Netflix taking its video streaming service global earlier this year, Amazon's Prime Video is now available in more than 200 countries.
Amazon Prime is being offered at an aggressive discount in India
Amazon Prime is being offered at an aggressive discount in India
As an introductory offer, Amazon is giving Indian subscribers a chance to buy a year-long subscription to Prime Video for just 499 rupees, or $7.50.
Bryan Cranston’s ‘Sneaky Pete’ is expected to air on Amazon in January
Bryan Cranston’s ‘Sneaky Pete’ is expected to air on Amazon in January
At this year's New York Comic Con, Sneaky Pete, an Amazon original series, flashed its release date after screening footage from the upcoming season.
‘The Departed’ is getting rebooted as a TV series at Amazon
‘The Departed’ is getting rebooted as a TV series at Amazon
Martin Scorsese's Oscar-winning film The Departed is being rebooted as a TV series. The project is in development at Amazon.
Amazon puts pilot episodes of 10 of its original shows on Facebook and YouTube
Amazon puts pilot episodes of 10 of its original shows on Facebook and YouTube
Amazon has put 10 pilot episodes of its original series -- five for adults, five for kids -- on it's YouTube channel, and will post them to Facebook video