Global TV, Film & Media Industry News Roundup, Wednesday 16 July 2025
Broadcast TV dips below 20%, Bluey drives BBC profits, Severance leads Emmys, Nolan sells early, Roblox expands IP, genre booms, and A24, CAA, Deltatre reshape media’s next wave.
Today’s Highlights:
Broadcast TV falls below 20% viewership for the first time – A historic low that marks a critical turning point in the global shift from linear television to streaming.
‘Severance’ leads 2025 Emmy nominations with 27 nods – Apple TV+’s dominance signals a continued reshaping of prestige TV and awards relevance for streamers.
BBC Commercial hits record revenue, driven by Bluey and BritBox – Major financial milestone for public media, with Australian IP Bluey proving global influence.
Deltatre acquires Endeavor Streaming to form tech powerhouse – A transformative merger in streaming infrastructure with wide-reaching implications for OTT delivery.
Sky Kids halts original commissions amid industry downturn – Reflects wider contraction in children’s television and signals risk to creative talent pipelines.
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey begins IMAX ticket sales a year early – Highlights event cinema’s enduring market power and Nolan’s unique influence on theatrical strategy.
Fantasia Festival 2025 explores global dread through genre cinema – Demonstrates the rising cultural and commercial significance of genre storytelling amid global instability.
Roblox launches licensing platform with Netflix, Lionsgate, Sega & Kodansha – A major step in blending gaming and entertainment IPs, enabling new revenue streams and fan engagement models across franchises.
Dropout signs with CAA to expand its comedy platform – Marks a major strategic push for a niche streamer to broaden its commercial footprint and content partnerships.
A24 backs David Mikalson’s The Goblin – Signals continued investment in daring, creator-led indie content by a prestige studio with breakout potential.
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INSIGHTS
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‘Severance’ Tops 2025 Emmy Nominations With 27 Nods
Apple TV+’s Severance leads the 2025 Emmy race with 27 nominations, including Best Drama Series. It faces Andor, The Diplomat, The Last of Us, Paradise, The Pitt, Slow Horses, and The White Lotus. The Penguin follows with 24 noms, while The Studio and The White Lotus earned 23 each. HBO and Max lead all platforms in total nominations. Read More
‘Bluey’ Helps BBC Commercial Hit Record Revenue Amid Tough Market
BBC Commercial, driven by BBC Studios, reported record annual revenue despite a challenging market, thanks to the global success of Bluey, strong performance from BritBox International, and growth in consumer products. Earnings rose 11% to £225 million ($303 million), despite continued investment in media and streaming platforms, such as BBC.com and UKTV, both of which saw audience growth. Read More
Spring 2025 Short Film Fund Winners Announced by The Future of Film Is Female and Neon
The Future of Film Is Female and Neon have revealed the winners of their Spring 2025 Short Film Fund. Selected projects include Bossanova by Brittany Young, Superfake by Aphrodite Armstrong and River Gallo, and Alice in the Garden by Casey Niccoli, produced by Lanette Phillips. The fund supports emerging filmmakers and was first announced by IndieWire in April. Read More
Broadcast TV Falls Below 20% of Viewing for First Time in June
Broadcast networks accounted for just 18.5% of TV viewing in June, marking the first time the figure has dropped below 20% since Nielsen began platform tracking, and likely ever. Viewership typically dips after the traditional TV season ends, but this year’s decline is steeper than usual, down from 20.1% in May, signalling a continued shift away from over-the-air networks. Read More
Mena Massoud Makes Arabic-Language Debut With ‘In Broad Daylight’
Aladdin star Mena Massoud has produced and starred in his first Arabic-language film, In Broad Daylight, in which he plays an Egyptian expat turned crime syndicate leader. Directed by Morcous Adel, the action film recently debuted in Egypt and the region. Massoud, a Canadian actor of Egyptian descent, calls the move "doing Omar Sharif in reverse," referencing the legendary Egyptian actor's breakthrough in Hollywood. Read More
Rogen & Goldberg’s The Studio Scores 23 Emmy Noms, Ron Howard Reflects on Guest Role
Apple TV+ comedy The Studio has earned a record-breaking 23 Emmy nominations, including Best Comedy Series and Lead Actor for Seth Rogen. Guest stars like Ron Howard, Martin Scorsese, and Zoë Kravitz also received nods, with Howard calling the experience “a gift.” Season 2 is underway, with Sarah Polley joining the writing team and Rogen jokingly eyeing Daniel Day-Lewis for a cameo. Read More
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