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Stranger Things season 5 will be released in 2025 – and Netflix has finally lifted the lid on some key details about its plot
- Netflix has confirmed that Stranger Things season 5 will debut sometime in 2025.
- The streaming service also confirmed the show will take place in the fall of 1987.
- Stranger Things season 5 will be set around 18 months after Stranger Things season 4's ending.
- Netflix didn't confirm when the final season will debut, but filming isn't set to wrap until December.
- Netflix also revealed the episode titles for all of season 5's chapters, which includes episode titles like The Turnbow Trap and Sorcerer.
- Maya Hawke suggested that season 5 will consist of 'basically, eight movies,' implying the episodes would be very long.
- Stranger Things season 5 will be the show's deadliest yet, according to some reports.
- Although hackers claimed to have pirated copies of season 5's first three episodes, we're still waiting for a proper trailer.
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Netflix, Disney, Amazon Turn to AI to Fix Content Woes
- Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+ Hotstar, and YouTube are using AI in movie production.
- The goal is to enhance quality like never before and reduce production costs.
- Disney recently created a new business unit dedicated to AI and extended reality solutions.
- AI has moved beyond the pre-production stage, where it was mainly focused on storytelling, and is now being used to develop full movies.
- Making better shows and better films is the ultimate test for AI.
- Celebrities like James Cameron have used AI to help create blockbuster movies, but human emotions and imagination cannot be replaced by machines.
- Indian start-up Sensara Technologies teaches machines to watch movies to enable a knowledgeable and visually rich interaction between people and TV.
- Multiple players are using AI to generate and enhance various elements of short films, including animations, scripts, music, and editing.
- AI has even been used to create the world’s first AI-generated film, ‘The Frost: Part One’.
- Filmmakers are now experimenting with more complex narratives at the intersection of AI and human assistance.
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Netflix’s new Harlan Coben series Missing You looks like it could be the next big mystery hit after Fool Me Once
- Netflix's upcoming series Missing You, based on Harlan Coben's novel of the same name, is set to release on January 1 next year.
- The limited series follows NYPD detective Kat Donovan, played by Rosalind Eleazar, as she encounters the reappearance of her fiancé who went missing 11 years ago.
- The cast also includes Richard Armitage and Sir Lenny Henry, and the series promises to deliver Coben's signature blend of twists and surprises.
- Filming took place in Manchester and the North West of England, and the series is a collaboration between Coben and Netflix's Quay Street Productions.
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Hollywood goes conservative as an economic shift fuels a turn toward faith and family-based shows
- The U.S. film industry is focusing on faith and family-based content as producers and investors try to make every dollar count in a tough financial climate, according to sources cited by Business Insider. Conservative-themed programs are proving popular with ads advertisers who prefer non-polarizing content and which can be made cheaply and without big star names. Faith-based titles have fared well, with one of 2021's biggest indie hits viewed as conservative-themed: Sound of Freedom, a thriller about child trafficking. Streaming platforms Netflix and Amazon have added conservative religious and family-friendly programming.
- Amazon and MGM Studios are preparing a biblical epic called House of David, with an extensive production to match the scope of the biblical material. It will be the first series to come from Amazon's deal with The Wonder Project for faith-focused productions. Netflix has announced a deal with Tyler Perry and DeVon Franklin to produce faith-based films, starting with R&B, which is a reinvention of the biblical romance Ruth and Boaz transposed to modern-day America. Streamers are now in the ad business and need high-quality and engaging content geared towards the whole family.
- Production of family-friendly shows can be relatively cheap compared with other genres, without big-name actors, to attract global audiences and keep advertisers satisfied. Industry experts suggest that streamers are exploring this type of programming because it comes with established audiences and has a low risk of triggering political sensitivities and boycotts. However, it is argued that studios want to target rural America but are uncertain about what typical heartland shows are and what defines them.
- Although the definition of programming that meets heartland values is unclear, Hollywood insiders define these shows as those featuring universal values, neighbourly help, and hope. The question of what defines family-based programming is also uncertain, as some believe that the far right has co-opted family values and Christianity. Nonetheless, the film industry recognises that faith and family entertainment is important, but a lack of acquisitions has stymied production of shows that could appeal to Middle America.
- According to research by Ampere Analysis, the number of faith-based content hours on major US streamers has doubled in the past year to around 500, but this amounts to less than 1% of that they offer overall. Hollywood insiders believe the industry would prefer to stick to its more trusted franchises rather than move into the faith-based entertainment industry. Nonetheless, the industry will have to look to faith-adjacent programming to gain more mainstream support and attract more widespread audience ratings.
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How Netflix prevents us from downloading videos using DRM?
- Digital Rights Management (DRM) is a technology used to protect digital content from unauthorized use and distribution.
- DRM employs encryption, access control, license management, and watermarking to safeguard content.
- DRM is important for protecting intellectual property, encouraging innovation, maintaining quality control, and building consumer trust.
- By implementing DRM strategies, creators and consumers can navigate the digital world securely and enjoy high-quality content.
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Netflix Delisting Almost All Its Interactive Shows And Movies Next Month
- Netflix will be removing almost all of its interactive choose-your-own-adventure movies and TV shows from the service on December 2.
- Only four interactive titles will remain on Netflix: Black Mirror: Bandersnatch, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt: Kimmy vs. the Reverend, Ranveer vs. Wild with Bear Grylls, and You vs. Wild.
- Netflix spokesperson stated that the technology used for interactive shows served its purpose and the focus is now on technological efforts in other areas.
- Netflix has also shut down its AAA game studio, Team Blue, and is now focusing on using generative AI to create games.
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5 great Netflix TV shows to stream on Election Day
- This Election Day, escape from all the network coverage about who will be the next president by streaming some of Netflix's most binge-worthy series.
- Here is a list of the 5 great Netflix TV shows you should stream to relax your mind on Election Day.
- All five of them are among the biggest hits in the history of the streamer.
- Highlights include Better Call Saul, the prequel series to Breaking Bad; Resident Alien, a show about an alien tasked with destroying humanity who begins to care about humans; and Designated Survivor, a show about a low-level cabinet member who becomes president after a terrorist attack.
- The Night Agent and Prison Break are other great options.
- Prison Break is the biggest hit among all the acquired shows that came to Netflix in 2024, 19 years after it premiered on Fox. It's about a genius who tattoos escape blueprints over his body and then makes friends in prison with rogue government agents who are chasing him down.
- These shows will guarantee you some entertainment and a break from the non-stop election coverage.
- Other recommendations can be found for best new shows to stream this week, as well as the best shows on other streaming services like Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, MAX and Disney+.
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Netflix to Remove Most of Their Interactive Shows by December 1st
- Netflix has announced it will remove the majority of its interactive shows and films on December 1st, 2024.
- Out of the 24 titles currently featured on its “Interactive Specials” page, only four will remain: Black Mirror: Bandersnatch, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt: Kimmy vs. the Reverend, Ranveer vs. Wild with Bear Grylls, and You vs. Wild.
- Netflix's decision reflects a strategic pivot away from interactive content as it focuses on other technological advancements and faces challenges in the gaming sector.
- The news has prompted mixed reactions from subscribers, with some expressing disappointment over the removal of beloved titles.
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Netflix will remove most of its interactive titles next month – now's the time to play them before they're gone
- Netflix will remove nearly all of its interactive shows and movies on December 1, only four out of the 24 Interactive Specials will remain
- Netflix's latest interactive titles include Black Mirror: Bandersnatch, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt: Kimmy vs. the Reverend, Ranveer vs. Wild with Bear Grylls, and You vs. Wild
- The removal of interactive titles marks the end of a new form of engaging narrative experiences for audiences
- Although interactive specials will be removed, Netflix's visual novel app Netflix Stories still offers games based on popular shows and movies
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5 great Netflix movies to stream this Election Day
- Escape the election day stress by streaming these five great movies on Netflix.
- The list includes action, romance, comedy, and horror films to cater to all audiences' preferences.
- Bad Boys: Ride or Die, a cop action film, shows the story of two cops on the run after being framed for crimes they didn't commit.
- Van Helsing is a classic horror movie where the main character is tasked with taking down Dracula.
- Eurotrip is a teen sex comedy about a guy who goes on a European road trip with his friends after being dumped by his girlfriend.
- Anyone But You is a rom-com about two people who met on a bad date, and now the event has consequences on someone's wedding.
- Edge of Tomorrow is a sci-fi movie starring Tom Cruise as he repeats the same day to save the world from alien invasion.
- Sergeant Rita Vrataski played by Emily Blunt is the only person who shares Cage's ability to repeat the same day, and she helps him become a better warrior.
- If you still haven't watched Edge of Tomorrow, then it's best to watch this film first on Netflix, because it's leaving the streamer on November 6.
- The five movies we've listed will help you escape the election day stress and keep you entertained.
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7 documentaries to watch if you liked 'Sweet Bobby: My Catfish Nightmare'
- Netflix viewers are enjoying true crime documentaries that explore internet scams and catfishing.
- 'Sweet Bobby: My Catfish Nightmare' is the latest documentary to capture audiences' attention.
- It has led viewers to explore similar titles like 'The Tinder Swindler' and 'Fanatical'.
- Other popular Netflix titles include 'Monsters: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story' and 'Don't F**k With Cats: Hunting an Internet Killer'.
- 'The Tinder Swindler' tells the story of Shimon Hayut's dating scams from the point of view of three women who were defrauded.
- Hayut posed as a billionaire called Simon Leviev to contact women through dating apps.
- Netflix's most-watched ever documentary series focuses on amateur detectives who tracked down a kitten killer.
- Other documentaries explore the problematic boundaries between celebrities and their fans.
- The true documentary 'Why Did You Kill Me?' follows a mother who tries to track down her daughter's killers
- 'Indictment: The Crimes Of Shelly Chartier' describes the catfishing scandal involving former NBA player Chris 'Birdman' Andersen.
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Netflix gaming exec reveals a new AI role after the shutdown of a buzzy games studio and layoffs
- Mike Verdu, former games chief at Netflix, is now leading a generative AI gaming division at the streaming giant.
- Netflix launched a games division in 2021, but as of September 2023, less than 1% of its subscribers had played its games.
- Netflix replaced Verdu with Alain Tascan in July and shut down a unit dedicated to developing elaborate games.
- Executives at Netflix see games as a tool to boost subscriber retention and have expressed commitment to the gaming sector.
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How many screens can you stream Disney Plus on?
- Disney Plus account provides four simultaneous streams on multiple screens at once.
- Stream on the same Wi-Fi network to continue the simultaneous streaming.
- Users can register up to 10 devices on one Disney+ account.
- Disney+ allows up to seven different user profiles.
- Each user on Disney+ gets their own watchlist and algorithmic recommendations.
- Disney like Netflix has started cracking down on password sharing outside the household.
- Disney+ and Netflix are beginning to look similar with their password sharing enforcements and simultaneous streaming options.
- Apple TV+ supports account sharing within a family setup.
- Disney Plus offers a vast collection of content ranging from animated and live-action films, documentaries, Marvel, Star Wars, and original programming.
- The 'Star' section in Disney Plus offers more mature content, and the platform also provides access to Hulu's content.
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'Outer Banks' Ending With Season 5
- The creators of 'Outer Banks' confirmed that the show's fifth season will be its last.
- The show's creators are excited to bring the story of the Pogues to a close in the final season, which they believe will be their best yet.
- Season 4 was the longest and most challenging season to produce, with the final episode being a feature-length episode.
- Details about the filming and premiere of season 5 are not yet known, but the second half of season 4 will debut on November 7 on Netflix.
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Arcane: Everything You Need To Know Before The New Season
- Season two of Arcane, Netflix's animated League of Legends adaptation, is set to release this week, with the first act airing on November 9.
- The final season of the show will have three acts, with the finale set to air on November 23rd.
- The central conflict in the show is the tension between Piltover and Zaun, two cities with a major class divide.
- Season one ended with Jinx launching a rocket into Piltover's ruling council chambers, leaving many major players with a big question mark over their heads.
- The heart of the show is the relationship between Vi and Jinx, with season two positioning their final confrontation as the main event.
- Caitlyn initially wants to uphold justice and the law, but finds that no side is without blood on its hands.
- Ambessa, a cunning political and military mind, wants control of Piltover and weaponized Hextech technology.
- Throughout season one, Viktor's experiments with Hexteach leaned closer and closer to unlocking the mysteries of the arcane.
- Arcane has almost no magic wielders in its first season, but it's likely that loose ends relating to Hextech and magic will be tied up soon.
- The show's end will open the path for more League of Legends adaptations in the future.
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