Television
News articles and original analysis on the television industry, including broadcasting, cable television, satellite television, streaming television, advertising, measurement and policy.

Lionsgate to spin off premium movie network Starz
Lionsgate is in the initial stages of spinning off its premium movie service Starz, the company's CEO affirmed on Friday.

BBC News apologizes over errant ticker messages
Officials at BBC News have apologized over errant ticker messages that said the Manchester United soccer team was "rubbish."

Amazon offering discounts on streaming TV devices
Retailer Amazon has lowered the price of several popular streaming television devices.

Comcast to raise price of AMC Plus subscription for Xfinity customers
Starting in June, the cost of AMC Plus will increase to $9 a month for Xfinity video and Internet customers.

Allen Media offers standalone Weather Channel access
Viewers of the Weather Channel can access the climate-centric network without a cable or satellite subscription.

DirecTV Stream adds digital broadcast networks to line-up
DirecTV Stream said on Monday it would add four new channels to its basic package of live broadcast and cable networks.

Streamers offer deep discounts for National Streaming Day
Here are some of the best streaming deals for National Streaming Day.

Ad-supported Disney Plus will look to Hulu’s successes
Disney's finance and ad executives say they'll franchise lessons learned from running Hulu for a cheaper, yet-to-launch Disney Plus tier.

CBS Fall Schedule: Network offers a little bit of everything
CBS is sticking with the basics and will air reality shows, sitcoms and hour-long dramas throughout the week.

Disney vows to show few ads on cheaper version of Disney Plus
Disney will limit ad interruptions on Disney Plus to four minutes per hour and will not run ads when children are likely to be watching.

ABC Fall Schedule: Game shows returning to Sunday nights
ABC will debut a new prime-time game show this fall, while returning another celebrity-studded game show to its lineup.

NBC Fall Schedule: Network to launch Friday comedy block
NBC will debut a new Friday night comedy block this upcoming fall.