The 7 Biggest Questions the TV Business Has to Answer This Fall

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Will that hurt NBC?

Far less clear is what impact this will have on the popularity of NBCs primetime lineup.

Whats more, having shows on Hulu has become an increasingly important marketing tool.

For some established hits, this probably wont matter much.

So does all this mean NBC is making some fatal error pulling its shows from Hulu?

In the long run, probably not.

Thats why CBS was ahead of the curve in launching CBS All Access (now called Paramount+).

The question is how much pain NBC will endure in the interim.

Big broadcast hits are going streaming-only.

How many more will follow?

While neither series can be accurately described as a megahit, neither were in imminent danger of cancellation.

So theres some logic in feeding this growing group of streaming users content they already know and love.

Will that change the DNA of both services?

For consumers, the new reality is that streaming is quickly morphing into cable TV 2.0.

But more casual viewers may balk.

A few years ago, I wouldve predicted ads on Netflix would result in a Qwikster-level revolt.

Back in June, Comscore released a study showingAVODs outpacing paid services(a.k.a.

SVODs) in terms of overall growth.

That could change this fall.

(Its official trailerhas racked up an impressive 5 million views since it dropped last week.)

The sophomore slump is a real thing in TV, but so is the second-year surge.

It wouldnt shock me if both shows defy Nielsen gravity and end up growing their audience.

Can lightning strike thrice?

AMCs long good-bye toThe Walking Deadwill finally come to an end in November with the series finale.

Toss in summers swan song forBetter Call Saul, and its clear AMC is in rebuilding mode.