Originally Posted by carlwaring (Post 35238990)

C4 may have "had the chance to up their offer" but it was probably too much for them to justify spending on just the one show.

The point is that Sky have the money to be able to outbid any other channel if they want to. However, as has already been said, their strategy seems to be that they see how shows perform on other channels then, if they're a big hit, they'll swoop in with a bigger wad of cash and, essentially, nick the show.

Originally Posted by carlwaring (Post 35238996)

Now, in order for fans of Glee to (legally ;)) see the next season, they either have to spend more money or not see it.

Originally Posted by carlwaring (Post 35238990)

C4 may have "had the chance to up their offer" but it was probably too much for them to justify spending on just the one show.

The point is that Sky have the money to be able to outbid any other channel if they want to. However, as has already been said, their strategy seems to be that they see how shows perform on other channels then, if they're a big hit, they'll swoop in with a bigger wad of cash and, essentially, nick the show.

Originally Posted by carlwaring (Post 35238996)

True, but the point being that all his fans can still seem him play if they want to. No-one loses-out.

Now, in order for fans of Glee to (legally ;)) see the next season, they either have to spend more money or not see it.

Originally Posted by Chad (Post 35238979)

What I don't understand is why Channel 4 and the BBC are caught out time and time again with this type of thing. When negotiating the initial deal they only seem to agree the first couple of seasons. Channel 4 had Lost for 2 seasons, then it went to SKY. BBC had 24 for 2 seasons, then it went to SKY. E4 had Glee for 2 seasons, now it looks like it's going to SKY. I think Channel 4 and the BBC need to be more aggressive and forward thinking whenever they snap up future TV rights from the States, just in case the programme becomes incredibly popular and runs for more than 2 seasons!

Originally Posted by carlwaring (Post 35238990)

C4 may have "had the chance to up their offer" but it was probably too much for them to justify spending on just the one show.

The point is that Sky have the money to be able to outbid any other channel if they want to. However, as has already been said, their strategy seems to be that they see how shows perform on other channels then, if they're a big hit, they'll swoop in with a bigger wad of cash and, essentially, nick the show.

Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35239025)

And thats what they are doing is nicking these shows, its like a smaller football club bringing through a talented youngster and then as that youngster develops into a very good player one of the big teams comes in with a huge offer.:(:(

Originally Posted by BenMcr (Post 35238997)

Unless they already have Sky or VM (dependent on where it ends up)

Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35238999)

I will agree with you on that , however Sky is a business and they do what they feel is best to strengthen their own channels , whether we think it's right or wrong. At least most VM subscribers who are fans can still watch it ( well anyone on M+ or higher )

Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35239100)

VM to expand in Derry

http://www.thinkbroadband.com/news/4...-in-derry.html

Originally Posted by undertakereddie (Post 35233133)

I Just Heared That Sky 1 HD Have Got Some Big News They are Going To Reveal it Tomorrow Sometime Found Out On There Facebook Page.

Originally Posted by Johnlouis (Post 35238934)

Why is this a problem? We all get Sky1, don't we? Now, if it was going to Sky Atlantic it would be different.

Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35238919)

I can see your point , however this will always happen , don't forget Sky takes risks with shows as well.

Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35238954)

Nicking is a bit harsh of a word , don't forget they've paid big money , Channel 4 had the chance to up their offer.

Originally Posted by passingbat (Post 35239156)

Yes, we do. But an 'I'm alright Jack' attitude does nothing for freeview customers who previously had this (and other similar 'pinched') shows.

There's a principle here in my view; because of the vast amounts of money sky has, they can take just about any show they want, when smaller channels have taken the risk with the initial commisioning. Sky should be ashamed of themselves for such tactics IMHO.

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And well done to them and if any other channel tried to pinch a show sky took the risk on, i'd be just as critical of that channel. Not going to happen in reality, but the principle is there.

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Agains sky's masses of money. Surely, you are joking!? Nicking is the right word in my view.