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In a deal that could turn out to be a major “stroke of luck,” Chick-fil-A is reportedly looking to launch its own streamer with family-friendly content.
To be blunt, there are so many ways we could have started this article. On the one hand, Chick-fil-A wouldn’t be the first to create its own media. In the past, companies have produced books, TV specials, animated shorts, VHS/DVD specials, and more that straddled the line between legitimate programming and glorified infomericals. Even Chick-fil-A has produced its own series of animated films. On the other hand, starting its own streaming service with its own lineup of original programming is a move that takes things to a whole new level. More than that, it’s a move that could open the doors of streaming in a way we haven’t seen since the “good old days” when local TV stations dominated the landscape. Because it really does feel like everyone and their mother is getting their own streaming service…
If what Deadline Hollywood If the exclusive reporting is true, then you could very well be enjoying a Chick-fil-A sandwich with a Chick-fil-A drink — while watching Chick-fil-A-approved shows. The chicken chain has reportedly been in touch with studios and production companies interested in creating (and potentially licensing) some family-friendly shows — right now, it’s leaning more toward unscripted programming with budgets of around $400,000 per episode (though scripted live-action and animated series are reportedly being considered as well). Reportedly, Brian Gibson (Story Top equipmentFOX’s The x-factor) is the head of the project, which is expected to be a game show from Glassman Media (NBC’s The wall) And Michael Sugar‘s Sugar23 (Netflix’ Dead girls don’t lie) – with DH reporting that a ten-episode order had been given the green light.
Since the company has chosen not to comment on DH’s reporting, it all remains speculation for now. But is it true? Well, if you thought the streaming landscape was a mess that was impossible to navigate, just wait until Little Caesars starts releasing soap operas.
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