The Watch ‘Slow Horses’ Has Found a Formula That Works. Plus, ‘The Curse’ Episode 3
Dec 1, 2023
The hosts discuss the decision to run 'Only Murders in the Building' on network television and compare it to other similar moves. They also talk about the first two episodes of 'Slow Horses' Season 3 and how the show has found a formula that works. Additionally, they discuss the third episode of 'The Curse'.
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Streamers Are Using Network TV To Extend Reach
- Streamers increasingly air premium streaming shows on broadcast networks to fill schedules and reach wider audiences.
- Chris Ryan cites ABC airing Only Murders in the Building and Disney/FX's Andor as strategic cross-platform moves during low-content periods.
Studios Reassess Automatic Sequels
- Hollywood is recalibrating franchise expectations, greenlighting sequels only when story justifies them.
- Andy Greenwald references Bob Iger saying studios should avoid automatic sequels and accept lower returns to curb overspending.
Midbudget Movies Have Disappeared
- Rising production costs mean many midbudget films effectively no longer exist.
- The hosts note budgets balloon so much that a 1990s $50M picture would now cost far more, squeezing middle-tier films.