How to Watch the Los Angeles Lakers Vs. Oklahoma City Thunder 2026 NBA Playoffs Second Round Game 4
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers must win Game 4 of the second‑round NBA playoffs on Monday, May 11, to avoid a sweep by the top‑seed Oklahoma City Thunder. The game tips at 10:30 p.m. ET and will be streamed exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, which offers a 30‑day free trial for new subscribers. Viewers can also use a VPN to watch the broadcast from abroad, while subscription plans range from $8.99 to $15 per month. The series currently stands 3‑0 in favor of the Thunder.
President Trump Decries Rising Cost of Streaming the NFL
President Donald Trump criticized the NFL’s shift toward streaming, alleging fans could be forced to pay $1,000 per game. The claim is far from reality; the league still broadcasts roughly 90% of games over the air and only 20 games...
'The Punisher: One Last Kill' Has My Attention
Marvel is releasing a one‑off special titled "The Punisher: One Last Kill" on Disney+ on May 12, 2026. The film brings Jon Bernthal back as Frank Castle and even credits him as a writer, promising a deeper psychological look at...
STARZ Ending Pay-2 Deal with Universal
STARZ announced it will terminate its Pay‑2 licensing agreement with Universal, cutting off access to Universal’s film library after the studio’s Pay‑1 window. The deal, originally slated to run through 2028, is ending because Universal’s four‑month Peacock exclusivity and subsequent...
Netflix Reportedly Snags 2 Additional NFL Games
Netflix is set to double its NFL portfolio from two to four games for the 2026‑27 season, adding the league’s first international contest in Australia and a new Thanksgiving Eve matchup. The Australia game features the Los Angeles Rams versus...
'KPop Demon Hunters' Passes 1 Billion Viewing Hours
Netflix’s original film “KPop Demon Hunters” has crossed the 1 billion viewing‑hour threshold, making it the platform’s most‑watched title over any six‑month span. The movie reached peak weekly viewership 11 weeks after launch, defying the typical early‑peak pattern of Netflix releases....
YouTube TV Keeps Weather Channel in New Deal with Allen Media Group
YouTube TV has signed a new multi‑year carriage agreement with Allen Media Group, preserving The Weather Channel and several AMG‑owned networks—including Local Now, JusticeCentral.TV, Comedy.TV and Recipe.TV—on its streaming lineup. The deal was announced with minimal public wrangling, a stark...
Paramount+ Adds 700,000 Subscribers in Q1
Paramount+ added 700,000 new subscribers in Q1 2026, falling short of analysts’ 1 million‑plus forecast despite the recent UFC content rollout. Direct‑to‑consumer revenue rose 11% year‑over‑year to $2.4 billion, underscoring stronger monetization per user. The company announced that Pluto TV will be...
How to Watch the San Antonio Spurs Vs. Minnesota Timberwolves 2026 NBA Playoffs Second Round Game 1
The San Antonio Spurs and Minnesota Timberwolves open their Western Conference second‑round series on Monday, May 4, with Game 1 streaming exclusively on Peacock at 9:30 p.m. ET. The Spurs advanced past the Portland Trail Blazers 4‑1, while the Timberwolves eliminated the Denver...
'Monarch: Legacy of Monsters' Is a Roaring Good Time
Apple TV+ has launched "Monarch: Legacy of Monsters," a two‑season series that deepens the Godzilla universe by following the secretive Monarch organization and its fight against awakening Titans. The show centers on trauma‑scarred survivor Cate Randa, played by Anna Sawai,...
Streaming Is Starting to Look a Lot Like Broadcast TV
Streaming platforms are abandoning the serialized prestige dramas that defined the Peak TV era and are instead embracing procedural formats that echo 1990s‑2000s broadcast TV. Luminate data shows serialized drama premieres dropped from over 250 in 2022 to fewer than...
How to Watch the Cleveland Cavaliers Vs. Toronto Raptors 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 3
The Cleveland Cavaliers entered Game 3 of the 2026 Eastern Conference playoffs with a 2‑0 series lead over the Toronto Raptors. The matchup shifts to Toronto’s Scotiabank Arena on Thursday, April 23, with tip‑off at 8 p.m. ET. Amazon’s Prime Video holds exclusive...
Who Will Your Team Take in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The 2026 NFL Draft kicks off Thursday, April 23, and runs through Saturday, April 25, with round‑1 on ABC, ESPN and NFL Network at 8 p.m. ET. Hulu + Live TV bundles all three channels plus Disney+ and ESPN+ for roughly...
Apple TV's 'The Savant' Is Back on the Release Calendar
Apple TV+ has confirmed that the political thriller "The Savant," starring Jessica Chastain, will debut in July 2026. The series was originally slated for a September launch but was pulled after the murder of right‑wing podcaster Charlie Kirk, an event...
Save over 40% Off Fire TV Devices in April
Amazon is offering deep April discounts on its entire Fire TV lineup, with savings of up to 43% off regular prices. The Fire TV Stick HD is now $20 (down from $35), the 4K Select model $25 (from $40), and...