Cinedigm has signed a significant streaming deal with Shout! Factory, providing over 40 films and TV series for Shout! Factory TV. In return, Cinedigm will receive over 120 titles to enhance its streaming platforms, including Fandor and Screambox. This collaboration aims to bring fresh content to genre enthusiasts. Upcoming releases include notable films like The Plague Dogs, On Golden Pond, and The Slumber Party Massacre. Both companies aim to strengthen their market positions in the evolving streaming landscape.
Cinedigm Corp. (NASDAQ:CIDM) will present at the 24th Annual Needham Growth Conference, taking place virtually from January 10-14, 2022. The presentation by Erick Opeka, Chief Strategy Officer, is scheduled for January 10, 2022, from 3:30 - 4:10 PM ET. A live webcast will be accessible via this link, with replays available afterward on the company's website. Cinedigm continues to lead the digital transformation in entertainment, utilizing advanced technologies such as AI and machine learning.
Cinedigm (NASDAQ:CIDM) has renewed its agreement with Prime Video Channels for five of its popular streaming channels: Fandor, Screambox, Dove Channel, CONtv, and Docurama. Each channel serves distinct audience interests, from indie films to horror and family-friendly content. Daniel Schneider, Senior Vice President at Cinedigm, highlighted strong growth and the opportunity to reach new audiences through Prime Video's expansive platform. This renewal marks a strategic move to enhance visibility and engagement for Cinedigm’s content offerings.
Cinedigm (NASDAQ:CIDM) has expanded its content offerings by adding 125 new films and episodes to VIZIO's WatchFree+ streaming service. Titles include popular films such as Hickok and Short Term 12, now accessible to millions of SmartCast users. Additionally, Cinedigm has launched two streaming apps on VIZIO SmartCast: So...Real and Docurama, enhancing entertainment options for users. This collaboration aims to leverage the fast-growing AVOD segment and expand Cinedigm's audience reach.
Cinedigm (NASDAQ:CIDM) announces its partnership with SideStream, a new interactive streaming platform. Scheduled to launch in February 2022, SideStream will feature Cinedigm's top movies, including The Call and Highlander. The agreement seeks to leverage SideStream's innovative transactional model, promoting social viewing experiences. The initiative has garnered attention from Google's Android TV, marking a significant validation for SideStream. Cinedigm aims to enhance revenue through this collaboration, highlighting the importance of catalog sales in the TVOD sector.
Cinedigm (NASDAQ:CIDM) partners with LiveLike to enhance its streaming services with community and gamification features through the Matchpoint Blueprint platform. This collaboration aims to improve user interaction by integrating features like chat, loyalty rewards, and user rankings into Cinedigm's services, including Fandor and Screambox. The updates are part of Cinedigm's strategy to enrich the viewing experience for cinephiles and to remain competitive in the evolving streaming landscape.
Cinedigm (NASDAQ:CIDM) announced the launch of The Bob Ross Channel on IMDb TV, expanding its availability across all major FAST/AVOD platforms. This channel, which features the iconic series The Joy of Painting, aims to introduce Bob Ross's positivity and artistry to a new generation. Since its inception in 2020, the channel has gained popularity and celebrates Ross's legacy as a cultural icon. Cinedigm continues to innovate within the streaming industry, focusing on building extensive portfolios of enthusiast channels and services for diverse audiences.
Cinedigm (NASDAQ:CIDM) has expanded its popular channel, The Country Network (TCN), to include a streaming option on The Roku Channel. This move increases TCN's accessibility, reaching over 40 million DMA households across more than 51 markets. The channel engages a loyal audience with a mix of music and original programming, including specials featuring celebrities like Kevin Costner. Cinedigm aims to leverage the passionate country music fan base, enhancing its portfolio of enthusiast channels and targeting key demographics for advertisers.
Cinedigm has acquired all North American rights to the romantic comedy 7 Days, which premiered at the 2021 Tribeca Film Festival. The film stars Karan Soni and Geraldine Viswanathan, and is set for an early 2022 release. Directed by Roshan Sethi, the film explores an unlikely romance during the COVID-19 pandemic. The acquisition aims to capitalize on the film's festival success and showcases the company's strategy to expand its content offerings in digital transformation. This marks a significant addition to Cinedigm's portfolio.
Cinedigm (NASDAQ:CIDM) has appointed Raffi Bagdasarian as Vice President of Product Development. He will focus on enhancing the Matchpoint application platform and developing product strategies, including a general entertainment streaming service that integrates Cinedigm’s branded channels and content catalog, expected to launch in H1 2022. Bagdasarian’s previous experience includes roles at Sony Pictures Television and OUYA, where he significantly contributed to product launches. His appointment is aimed at advancing Cinedigm's position in the evolving streaming industry.