When author Kyle Chayka explored 2010s minimalism in Longing for Less, a very different world existed. Today, a polycrisis-ridden and digitally saturated society finds people yearning for more. Whether you chalk it up to post-pandemic release or a general sense of impending doom, people are now looking for a...

Gen X and Boomer Netflix subscribers have expressed interest in the streaming service's plan to develop a cheaper ad-supported offering. With rising inflation prompting many people to evaluate their expenses, flexible plans could be a way to retain cost-conscious consumers amid the streaming wars.

Netflix’s stock valuation has sunk after it failed to reach Wall Street analysts’ predicted new subscriber rates by almost half. As people are inundated with streaming possibilities and Netflix competitors, subscription fatigue is starting to draw its net around Netflix as new sign-ups dry up.

Production company A24 is becoming a firm favorite among casual viewers and cinephiles alike, producing indie films and TV with mainstream appeal. Through highly successful releases on a budget and opportunities for fans to signal their insider status, it has acquired a significant cult following.

HBO, Disney Plus, Apple+, and now Peacock – there are now around 300 streaming services in the US. But despite an initial wave of interest during the pandemic, consumer behavior has shifted, with many people reassessing which services are worth their buck. What does this mean for big providers?