Streaming services have revolutionized the movie industry, offering viewers access to an unprecedented selection of content. However, this change also comes with challenges that must be met head-on in order to be sustainable in the long run.
Google Play offers an incredible variety of entertaining comedies, dramas, and documentaries – everything you could need from laugh-out-loud comedies to compelling dramas or insightful documentaries! Explore various bundles that can be easily accessed on smart TV or computer devices.
IFC Films Unlimited
iFC Films Unlimited is a subscription-based streaming service offering access to a curated collection of independent films and documentaries. The service caters to cinephiles who prefer thought-provoking cinema. The company utilizes data analytics to understand viewer preferences and adapt its offerings.
The platform features a friendly interface and offers a free trial period for new users. Its homepage features a video slider that showcases thriller compilations and a clickable “Start Your Free Trial Today” button. Its UI is intuitive, and it supports Roku and Apple TV. It also has accessibility features and allows users to download videos for offline viewing on mobile devices.
IFC Films Unlimited will initially launch on the Amazon Prime Video Channel for a monthly price of $5.99 per month. It will feature past TIFF titles such as the Olivier Assayas-directed Clouds of Sils Maria and Juliette Binoche in Born to Be Blue; Noah Baumbach’s Frances Ha with Greta Gerwig; Christian Petzold’s Phoenix and Matthew Brown’s The Man Who Knew Infinity; and genre films like The Babadook and Room 237.
MGM+
MGM+, which recently replaced EPIX streaming service, is a premium linear channel featuring new and classic movies. Additionally, there is an impressive roster of original series on MGM+ like Godfather of Harlem, Perpetual Grace LTD, Pennyworth that were carried over from Epix, as well as some such as sci-fi horror series FROM that are brand new additions to MGM+’s programming line-up.
MGM Plus boasts an expansive library of cinematic blockbusters and classics. This service can be found as part of various TV packages such as Xfinity X1, the Xumo Stream Box from Xfinity and Sling TV; furthermore it also provides a free trial so you can experience it before committing to subscription services.
If you live outside the United States, using a VPN allows you to still watch MGM+ on your Roku device. For this, a router-specific VPN such as NordVPN may be necessary – once connected, connect to an American server and then access MGM+ as usual!
SDMoviespoint2
SDMoviespoint2 is an online movie streaming service offering users a curated selection of classic films. Available across 190 countries and with an expansive library that you can stream in HD or save for offline viewing, SDMoviespoint2 also boasts various community features that encourage movie analysis and discovery.
SDMoviespoint2 offers content differently from other subscription services; its unique approach curates daily lists of 30 films for only 30 days before rotating out to new titles. This innovative model has garnered SDMoviespoint2 a loyal following among fans of independent cinema and classic cinema alike.
SDMoviespoint2’s app is intuitively designed, boasting a straightforward user experience with its straightforward navigation and clean interface. A black, gray, and white color palette helps the film thumbnails stand out on-screen while its top menu contains options such as Film of the Day, Library, Feed and Notebook; additional settings and sections may be found within an overflow menu.
Paramount+
Paramount Plus was similar to CBS All Access before merging with Showtime; offering network shows and originals along with movies and sports. Now its library features shows such as Yellowjackets, Billions and The Chi, plus music reality series such as Ink Master RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars Road Rules among many others.
Paramount+ offers an attractive interface and clear layout, including a large slideshow of featured content and horizontally scrolling sections labelled Trending, Recently Added, On Now, Originals and Originals. There are also sections for brands, live TV, shows, movies and news; seven brand channel hubs including CBS, Nickelodeon and Comedy Central also exist within Paramount+ for brand channel hubs; some shows (such as South Park appearing under both Shows and Movies and Tom Cruise cinematic universe appearing both under Movies and Live TV); Paramount+ also allows users to add any show or movie to their watchlist at anytime.
Peacock
As streaming services proliferate, more consumers are turning to Peacock to discover new shows and movies. Owned by NBCUniversal and available through Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast devices as well as some Xfinity cable boxes – consumers can purchase subscriptions or purchase individual episodes.
Alongside its roster of NBC programs, this service also offers original content – such as Poker Face (a mystery whodunnit) and Dr. Death (a documentary about serial killer Ted Kaczynski). Furthermore, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air prequel drama and Bravo reality series The Real Housewives of Miami can also be found here.
Peacock stands out in the streaming wars by offering an expansive library of NBC shows and Universal films, though some popular series offered by competitors like Netflix or HBO might not be present here.
Tubi
Variety jokingly described Tubi upon its initial launch as the “schlocky streamer that you tune in late night after giving up Netflix.” Though Tubi still offers many unorthodox titles (Titanic 2, Mel Gibson’s Apocalypto and 21 Jump Street are just three such examples), they have made great efforts to boost content quality over time.
Tubi partners with major studios such as Lionsgate and MGM. Its library includes movies such as The Pursuit of Happiness, Diner for Schmucks and Kung Fu Panda as well as TV series such as The Masked Singer, Hell’s Kitchen Dance Moms Miami Vice among others.
Tubi offers original content designed to appeal to specific audiences. Tubi recently collaborated with Mattel to produce children and family programming such as Barbie Dreamtopia featuring a girl and her animal friends; Monster High; and Enchantimals – providing Tubi with an alternative streaming option with multiple genres and niche audiences.
Freevee
Freevee is an on-demand streaming platform that provides users with free access to an assortment of original movies and TV shows, from new releases and exclusives, as well as several channels broadcasting 24/7 content that allows users to stay up-to-date with current affairs, watch live news updates or catch up on their favorites shows.
Freevee offers not only free content but also premium TV shows such as Bosch Legacy, Hollywood Houselift, Leverage: Redemption and Judy Justice that can be streamed or downloaded onto multiple devices such as smartphones and tablets. The service also has access to these shows on several other devices such as smart watches.
Formerly known as IMDb TV, Amazon’s free, ad-supported streaming service Freevee (formerly IMDb TV) is an affordable streaming solution with licensed and original movies and shows available free-of-charge – an ideal option for anyone trying to reduce monthly subscription costs.
The Criterion Channel
The Criterion Channel is an online streaming service dedicated to film lovers, offering a diverse collection of classic movies and discoveries with video essays, interviews, commentary tracks and short featurettes from directors like Karyn Kusama and Bong Joon-ho discussing their favorites films. Furthermore, this streaming service boasts exclusive DVD/Blu-ray extras, such as director commentaries and additional footage – perfect for movie buffs!
Janus Films provides its own library, while this service also features titles from major studio and independent licensors such as Lionsgate, IFC, Kino Lorber Milestone Oscilloscope Cohen Media and Grasshopper Films to supplement its classics offering and keep it fresh. Their search tool works fine and allows you to filter by genre year title director; something other services should emulate! Furthermore you can subscribe either annually or monthly with automatic renewal inside their app – perfect!
Philo
Philo is a livestreaming service offering access to over 70 channels at an affordable monthly subscription price and with multi-device viewing capabilities. Philo’s channel lineup features AMC, BBC America, BET, Discovery, HGTV, IFC, MTV OWN VH1 Nickelodeon. Premium add-on packages such as MGM+ plan (including Epix Marquee Hits Epix Marquee Marquee for $6 each month and Starz Encore Kids and Family Hallmark Channel at $9 each) as well as Movies and More package (featuring HDNet Movies Reelz MGM HD and Sony Movies) are also offered.
Philo offers not only quality streaming and an expansive library, but an easy user experience as well. Its homepage provides quick links to recently watched shows and searches; plus saved content viewing options so you can select whether a show starts from its current live position or from its beginning.