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passingbat 25-05-2017 14:50

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Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35900357)
There is a lot of fierce competition out there and obviously the market was too crowded for them.


No, it's because most people prefer subscription streaming rather than purchase. The odd purchase can be done via Amazon, Google Play, iTunes etc.

OLD BOY 25-05-2017 15:44

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Originally Posted by passingbat (Post 35900358)
No, it's because most people prefer subscription streaming rather than purchase. The odd purchase can be done via Amazon, Google Play, iTunes etc.

Or maybe this proves that BBC programmes are not as highly regarded by the public out there as the BBC and its protagonists like to think they are.

The Netflix originals in particular are setting a new quality standard. The Crown and House of Cards are just two examples of the standards that the BBC need to match or beat to justify their compulsory subscription fee.

passingbat 25-05-2017 16:00

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Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35900367)
Or maybe this proves that BBC programmes are not as highly regarded by the public out there as the BBC and its protagonists like to think they are.

The Netflix originals in particular are setting a new quality standard. The Crown and House of Cards are just two examples of the standards that the BBC need to match or beat to justify their compulsory subscription fee.


No, that is not the case. BBC dramas are very popular in the UK and US. As are ITV dramas. That is why the BBC and ITV have setup up a joint streaming service in the US.


http://www.radiotimes.com/news/2016-...ervice-britbox


https://www.britbox.com/

denphone 25-05-2017 16:10

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Originally Posted by OLD BOY (Post 35900367)
Or maybe this proves that BBC programmes are not as highly regarded by the public out there as the BBC and its protagonists like to think they are.

The Netflix originals in particular are setting a new quality standard. The Crown and House of Cards are just two examples of the standards that the BBC need to match or beat to justify their compulsory subscription fee

Poldark
Versailles
The Fall
Happy Valley
Sherlock
War & Peace
Wolf Hall
Line of Duty

muppetman11 25-05-2017 16:15

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Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35900374)
Poldark
Versailles
The Fall
Happy Valley
Sherlock
War & Peace
Wolf Hall
Line of Duty

Doctor Foster
Silent Witness
Peaky Blinders
Luther
Taboo
Planet Earth

And that's only mentioning the recent stuff , I'm not a massive BBC watcher but they've had some good shows over the years.

denphone 25-05-2017 16:49

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Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35900375)
Doctor Foster
Silent Witness
Peaky Blinders
Luther
Taboo
Planet Earth

And that's only mentioning the recent stuff , I'm not a massive BBC watcher but they've had some good shows over the years.

Yes we watch a lot of the drama and other type series from other sources as well but sadly MM l think some will criticise the BBC because its a easy punch bag to hit

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Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35900375)
Doctor Foster
Silent Witness
Peaky Blinders
Luther
Taboo
Planet Earth

All brilliant series IMO.

theone2k10 25-05-2017 18:34

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Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35900377)
Yes we watch a lot of the drama and other type series from other sources as well but sadly MM l think some will criticise the BBC because its a easy punch bag to hit

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All brilliant series IMO.

Imho no-one in uk beats BBC for documentaries their Africa, planet Earth, human race etc series are truly stunning and works of art.
Before i get the "oh you don't have a tv licence" i bought the blu rays.

OLD BOY 28-05-2017 11:19

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Originally Posted by passingbat (Post 35900215)
Those expecting a selection similar to the US Prime were bound to be disappointed. The US TV landscape is vastly different to the UK. Biggies, such as HBO, Showtime and AMC etc. are already tied to UK broadcasters. Smaller ones, such as FX, CBS streaming service etc. sell their individual shows to UK Networks.


I'd be surprised if they can add anything of real significance, especially for those with a pay TV service.

Not only that, but those who currently do not need to get a TV licence by law will have to do so if they watch the live Amazon channels.


https://www.rapidtvnews.com/20170528...#axzz4iMpHD6J9

Chad 31-05-2017 10:45

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Fear The Walking Dead season 2 is now available on Amazon Instant Video. Season 3 is just about to start on BT's AMC channel.

Mad Max 31-05-2017 13:42

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The brilliant House of Cards started last night!

denphone 31-05-2017 13:45

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Originally Posted by Mad Max (Post 35901182)
The brilliant House of Cards started last night!

Something actually to the great man's taste for once.;)

theone2k10 31-05-2017 15:11

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Originally Posted by Mad Max (Post 35901182)
The brilliant House of Cards started last night!

More dross :p:
Some one had to do that haha.

Mad Max 31-05-2017 16:47

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Originally Posted by theone2k10 (Post 35901197)
More dross :p:
Some one had to do that haha.


It's only dross if you are one slice short of a full loaf.......:D

RichardCoulter 01-06-2017 12:45

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Friends keep telling me that Netflix via smart TV's is offering the first six months free.

Both my V6 and Samsung TV are only offering the usual one free month. I rang Netflix and they said that they had no such offer, but that some third parties sometimes make such offers.

Has anyone else heard anything about this?

BenMcr 01-06-2017 12:54

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I doubt it'll show up in the app itself. When VM did a six month offer, you got the code separately, and had to add it to any new or existing Netflix account.


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