Disney, Fox, and Warner scrap the Venu service, while The Last of Us Season 2 premieres in April, and Netflix tops UK TV rankings.

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Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery cancel Venu sports streaming service

Disney, Fox and Warner Bros. Discovery call off plans to launch Venu sports streaming service (CNBC)

• Disney’s joint venture with Fubo led to Fubo dropping a lawsuit against Venu.

• The companies decided to focus on existing products, potentially avoiding continued antitrust challenges.

What to Watch

• The Last of Us Season 2 trailer: Premiering April on Max.

Watch the teaser (Deadline)

• “My Melody & Kuromi” stop-motion series: Sanrio’s characters debut on Netflix this July.

Read more on Variety

• “The Passion of the Christ” sequel in development: Production could begin in 2026.

Details from Variety

Brian: Silo

Tom: News channels like KCAL and KTLA

• SpinCo announces Val Boreland as head of entertainment programming:

Details on Deadline

• Comcast launches “universal ads” platform: Advertisers can buy ads across multiple networks.

More on TechCrunch

• MoviePass parent company CEO pleads guilty to securities fraud: Misleading claims about the unlimited plan.

Full story on TechCrunch

• Streaming spending dropped in 2024: Consumers paid 23% less than in 2023.

Analysis from Techdirt

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Supply Run

Disney strikes a major deal to merge Hulu Live TV with Fubo, resolving its antitrust dispute with Fubo over the delayed sports streaming service, Venu. This merger will create a new joint venture, with Fubo’s CEO leading Hulu Live. Meanwhile, Disney will lend financial support to keep Fubo afloat until the deal closes in 12–18 months. Read on Variety | Read on TechCrunch

Buried Treasure

Brian highlights Silo and The Penguin as standout picks, while Tom recommends Blossom on Viki. Got something for us? Email cordkillers@gmail.com!

Scanning the Horizon

CES 2025 unveils cutting-edge TV innovations:

• LG debuts its G5 TV lineup with AI integration and 165 Hz refresh rates.

• Samsung enhances VisionAI, bringing features like Auto HDR Remastering and food recognition for on-screen recipes.

• TiVo’s TV OS expands to the US, offering customization without heavy ad commitments.

Read more on The Verge | Read on VentureBeat

Chatter

Listener feedback sparks discussion on Sonic 3’s story arc and Jim Carrey’s potential return as Robotnik. NASCAR’s 2025 broadcasting shifts also draw mixed reactions. Dale Jr. is back, but in-car video features move to Max, frustrating fans.

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Welcome to the Killies, where we celebrate the best, boldest, and most surprising achievements in entertainment! In this special episode, our hosts present their standout picks across an eclectic range of categories, from gripping dramas and laugh-out-loud comedies to jaw-dropping “Did that just happen?!” moments. It’s a heartfelt, hilarious, and sometimes heated journey through the shows and films that defined our year. Plus, we share the ones that got away—those brilliant series we just couldn’t finish.

Whether you’re a pop culture connoisseur or simply looking for your next binge, this episode is your ultimate guide to the most buzzworthy, unexpected, and unforgettable titles of the season. Tune in for the insights, stay for the fun, and discover your next obsession!

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James Gunn’s Superman: Legacy trailer shatters records, while Sonic the Hedgehog 4 races toward a 2027 release. Plus, Netflix secures FIFA Women’s World Cup streaming rights, and physical media sparks a passionate debate.

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This episode proves The Shield was hand-picked for the FULL experience. Surprises, drama, closure (mostly), and some future speculation...what more could you want from a finale?

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YouTube TV raises prices while Roku finally upgrades Roku City to 1080p. Meanwhile, Silo gets renewed, Sesame Street leaves Max, and a fake Cillian Murphy confuses zombie fans.

This week on The FULL Experience: The Shield (713 - "Family Meeting")

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Max tests live HBO channels as streaming continues to mirror traditional TV, while Severance Season 2 and Doctor Who’s Christmas Special headline the latest viewing options. Plus, Golden Globes nominations reveal Netflix’s dominance, and listener stories highlight dumb TVs, cat-powered binge listening, and box office trends.

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Very dramatic trip from the pilot episode to nearly the end of the series, but it does a decent job of keeping the main story alive.

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