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April 9, 2023 9:12 am  #1


Why Some Shows Suddenly Disappear From Streaming Services

You'd think services like Netflix, Disney+ or Crave would keep a library of shows that just keep getting bigger and bigger and you can watch whatever you want anytime. But you'd be wrong. Here's why. 

As streamers like HBO and Showtime cut costs, TV shows and residuals vanish

 

April 9, 2023 11:57 am  #2


Re: Why Some Shows Suddenly Disappear From Streaming Services

Schitt's Creek left Netflix in the US in October 2022 after the three year contract was finished. Hulu outbid Netflix for the streaming renewal of the show in the US.  In Canada the program was on Netflix  until Feb 28th 2023 and now is only on CBC Gem. 

As always, it all comes down to money.