Paramount+ is making big changes, and distribution strategies are shifting alongside them.
According to a new piece from Deadline, Paramount+ will now greenlight and release series from outside studios, decoupling many of its originals from the CBS release pattern. This pivot allows for more flexibility in scheduling and opens up space for content that doesn’t have to align with the traditional broadcast network model.
Read the full article here:
https://deadline.com/2025/08/paramount-plus-outside-studios-release-patt...
This is a significant opportunity for indie producers, distributors, and creators looking to get their work on a major platform without being locked into legacy network systems. It also signals a growing trend of streaming services seeking more diverse and flexible acquisition pipelines.
What challenges or opportunities do you see in bypassing traditional network schedules?
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Between recent news, the merger stuff, and everything else, Paramount needs a redirect.
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Ashley Renee Smith this is definitely interesting—if a network is willing to spend $1 million or more for the rights to a multi-season TV series, that certainly gets my attention.