The Rise of Streaming Services
Start writing a post
Entertainment

The Rise of Streaming Services

A look into what is happening with television.

531
The Rise of Streaming Services

Regular tv watching has declined tremendously in the last few years. You can thank streaming services such as Netflix and Hulu for that. With different networks allowing Netflix and Hulu to make their content available, those networks lose out on some of the money those shows earn and some of those networks have decided to take action.

NBC has decided to take The Office off of Netflix and put it on their own streaming service in 2021. I personally am very upset by this because The Office is one of my favorite shows and I have to give all credit to Netflix for allowing me to watch it. I am not always able to keep up with shows on tv because I might get busy or distracted. Netflix allows me to watch what I want, whenever I want.

Just about every network has a streaming service that the viewer has to either log in with their tv provider or pay 8 or more dollars a month for. What's the point? I understand that each network wants to be able to collect all the revenue those shows bring in instead of sharing with Netflix and they just want to cut out the middleman, but in my opinion, I think that they would lose money because people are not going to spend money on multiple streaming services just so they can watch one or two shows from the network. Netflix is just a nice hub where all shows could be located and that makes it so much easier on the customer

I spent $7.99 a month for the DC Universe streaming service just so I could watch two shows. They were both great, but I hated checking my bank account to see that money missing. I pay about that for Netflix and I watch many more shows on there and I also have access to movies I like. Millions of people are going to have to go through the same thing and tv will just go back to being how it used to be. Even if people want to just stream everything, they will still most likely have to pay the same amount as a cable bill because each streaming service will be about $10 and the price will go up if they are trying to share the service with family or friends.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
the beatles
Wikipedia Commons

For as long as I can remember, I have been listening to The Beatles. Every year, my mom would appropriately blast “Birthday” on anyone’s birthday. I knew all of the words to “Back In The U.S.S.R” by the time I was 5 (Even though I had no idea what or where the U.S.S.R was). I grew up with John, Paul, George, and Ringo instead Justin, JC, Joey, Chris and Lance (I had to google N*SYNC to remember their names). The highlight of my short life was Paul McCartney in concert twice. I’m not someone to “fangirl” but those days I fangirled hard. The music of The Beatles has gotten me through everything. Their songs have brought me more joy, peace, and comfort. I can listen to them in any situation and find what I need. Here are the best lyrics from The Beatles for every and any occasion.

Keep Reading...Show less
Being Invisible The Best Super Power

The best superpower ever? Being invisible of course. Imagine just being able to go from seen to unseen on a dime. Who wouldn't want to have the opportunity to be invisible? Superman and Batman have nothing on being invisible with their superhero abilities. Here are some things that you could do while being invisible, because being invisible can benefit your social life too.

Keep Reading...Show less
houses under green sky
Photo by Alev Takil on Unsplash

Small towns certainly have their pros and cons. Many people who grow up in small towns find themselves counting the days until they get to escape their roots and plant new ones in bigger, "better" places. And that's fine. I'd be lying if I said I hadn't thought those same thoughts before too. We all have, but they say it's important to remember where you came from. When I think about where I come from, I can't help having an overwhelming feeling of gratitude for my roots. Being from a small town has taught me so many important lessons that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

Keep Reading...Show less
​a woman sitting at a table having a coffee
nappy.co

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

101236
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments