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"Warner Bros. new releases to stay off Netflix for 28 days
January 6, 2010 | 11:29 am
Marking the first step in what could be a major change in Hollywood's relationship with Netflix Inc., Warner Bros. has struck a deal with the fast-growing online DVD subscription service that will prevent it from offering new releases until 28 days after they go on sale.
The studio is hoping that the four-week 'window' will push consumers interested in watching movies at home to purchase the DVD. Warner already imposes an identical window on $1-per-night kiosk company Redbox and its competitors. Although its unilateral move against Redbox has led to a court battle, Netflix agreed to the 28-day window in exchange for improved financial terms, higher inventory levels and increased access to content for its online streaming service.
How does this make you feel? It pisses me off because again, F- the consumers, it is really all about the money, more than providing a service that pople pay for.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Warner Bros. new releases to stay off Netflix for 28 days
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