Category: vudu

Universal’s plans for more ‘premium VOD’ push AMC to drop its movies

[ad_1] For NBCUniversal, being locked out of the company’s theaters worldwide may be an acceptable trade, it has many ways to get customers its movies, with Comcast boxes, Peacock, Vudu and more. However the letter is very clearly written as a threat to others who might follow in its footsteps (Warner Bros. will release Scoob! […]

Fandango is buying Vudu’s video service from Walmart

[ad_1] Fandango isn’t exactly selling many movie tickets right now, as almost all theaters (save for some drive-ins) are closed to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Streaming, on the other hand, is booming, so adding Vudu to the portfolio might help Fandango’s bottom line in the long run. Comcast, which is the majority owner of […]

‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ is available on digital a few days early

[ad_1] It looks like Frozen 2 isn’t the only Disney property getting an early launch due to the current conditions of everything. Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is now available on most digital stores (Vudu, iTunes, Google Play, but not Amazon… yet) right now, several days before its March 17th launch date. It’s not […]

Vudu’s ‘Lists’ feature helps you organize your video collection

[ad_1] Vudu has just introduced a new lists feature that will finally let users organize their selection of movies and TV shows. Instead of just sorting them through release date or alphabetical order, you can now sift through your collection via customized categories and lists. Think of it as a mix playlist, but for your […]

WSJ: Comcast’s NBCUniversal is in advanced talks to acquire Vudu

[ad_1] As we discussed last year, it’s getting expensive to keep up with TV due to the increasing number of streaming options popping up. Companies need to find a way to make money, especially those pumping millions into their projects. WSJ says that Vudu would complement Peacock if the sale goes through, and its online […]

Vudu could be up for sale, if Walmart finds an interested buyer

[ad_1] Just shy of a decade after Wal-mart bought Vudu, The Information reports that the retail giant is “considering” selling its digital video on-demand store. There’s no word on how far along in the process any potential deal is, or if will actually happen, but anyone can see that the service made more sense a […]

Vudu adds parental control to skip adult scenes

[ad_1] In addition to the Family Play feature, Vudu is also introducing new ratings and reviews specifically with parents in mind. The company is partnering with Common Sense Media to include commentary on movies and series that will help parents determine if it is appropriate to show to younger viewers. Vudu is also adding a […]