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Flixed Newsletter 2 - Feb.25/2019
Flixed Newsletter - Everything Coming to Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime in March, New NBC Spy Thriller, and More!
Issue 14: February 25, 2019
Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video adding new TV shows and movies next month, fuboTV getting nearly two dozen new channels (including Comedy Central and MTV), Spectrum's grand plans to take on Philo with a low-cost option, Netflix slowly killing traditional Hollywood film industry, new spy thrillers on NBC, and more!Here is your Flixed round-up of cord-cutting news, streaming guides, and hot device and streaming service deals.
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News and Industry Developments
1. FuboTV Getting Nearly Two Dozen New Entertainment Channels
It appears fuboTV and Viacom have struck the right cord. In coming weeks, a selection of Viacom-owned channels will be added to both the basic
. The basic package will be getting 9 new channels, including Comedy Central, Paramount Network, MTV, and Nickelodeon, while the Premier package will get 11 new networks, including MTV2, MTV Classic, and Nicktoons. -
2. Hulu (or FX) May Revive Those Marvel Shows Netflix Cut
Marvel fans lamented when Netflix cut several Marvel shows, including Daredevil. However, it appears either Hulu or FX (but not both) may try to revive some of these much-loved shows as part of their original content strategies. -
3. Hulu's Live TV Prices Going Up This Tuesday, On-Demand Price to Drop
Fair warning, current Hulu + Live TV subscribers: Your bill is about to get a huge increase. Hulu + Live TV will be increasing in price this Tuesday, with a jump in the basic package from $39.99 per month to $44.99 per month. However, the base cost of the service's standalone on-demand service will drop to just $5.99 per month (from $7.99 per month).-
4. Spectrum TV Plans to Take On Philo in March
Spectrum TV, which initially failed to deliver with its supposed "Choice" service last year, now plans to offer a $14.99 per month (plus tax)
. The service will eschew sports, much like Philo does, and offer around 60 mostly entertainment channels for the price. -
5. Streaming Killed the Hollywood Star?
As Netflix continues its victory lap of a major win at the Oscars with its movie
Roma
, many industry observers are now wondering: Are cord-cutting services like Netflix killing the traditional, Hollywood-focused cinema industry?
- BBC
This Week's Streaming Guide
1. Here's Everything Coming to Netflix in March
Grab the popcorn and get ready for your March Netflix binge. Here's everything coming to Netflix in March, Next month brings with it some new hits like Disney's Winnie the Pooh remake,
Christopher Robin
, and some classics, like
A Clockwork Orange
. -
2. Here's Everything Coming to Hulu in March
Hulu's new-month content drop is sure to please. The service is premiering several new shows, as well as adding a host of quality movies, such as
Bruce Almighty
. -
3. Here's Everything Coming to Amazon Prime in March
Amazon Prime is also loading up its users with new original content and movies to watch. The classic TV program
Little House on the Praire
is coming to Prime with all 9 seasons, while Kate Beckinsale stars in a new Amazon Prime original series,
The Widow
. -
4. John Legend to Lead 'The Voice' in New Season Premiere This MONDAY
Don't miss one of the best singing competitions on TV this week.
The Voice
returns for a new season, with singer John Legend taking the lead among the judges. -
5. Spy Thriller 'The Enemy Within' Premieres on NBC This MONDAY
NBC is going to be your go-to source for spy thrillers this year as its new show
The Enemy Within
premieres this Monday at 10 PM. The show's narrative focuses on a former CIA agent-turned-traitor who is hired by the FBI to help track down dangerous criminals.
is your low-cost internet TV option for NBC broadcasts without cable. -
Streaming Deals
1. Limited Time Offer! Get a 24 Percent Discount on a Toshiba 4K Fire TV Edition TV
This Toshiba 43 inch 4K Ultra HD TV comes with a $100 discount (30 percent off the original price). -
2. Sign Up For Sling, Get a Free Roku
is currently giving away a free Roku Express to all new subscribers who prepay for one month of service. -
3. DirecTV Offering Apple TV 4K Devices With Sign-up
No codes needed! Prepay for 4 months of DirecTV Now service, get an Apple TV 4K. -
4. Get $5 Off Your First Month of Philo
Use coupon code "R9RFWJVG" at checkout to get $5 off your
. -
5. Get One Month of YouTube TV Free with Purchase of a New Roku
You can get a free month of YouTube TV if you buy a new Roku player or Roku TV. This deal ends on March 3. -
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