Popcornflix LLC is a website and over-the-top (OTT) service offering free ad-supported streaming video of feature-length movies and webisodes owned by Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment.[1][2]
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| Type of business | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Founded | July 2010 |
| Headquarters | , |
| Parent | Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment |
| URL | www |
| Registration | None |
| Launched | March 2011 |
| Current status | Active |
History edit
Popcornflix was conceived in July 2010, and went into live beta in March 2011. The site primarily streams independent feature films, many of which come from Screen Media's library.[3] The service is accessible in the United States and Canada, with plans to launch in more territories.[4] In 2017, Popcornflix's owner, Screen Media Ventures, was acquired by Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment.[2]
On April 23, 2024, its parent Chicken Soup for the Soul announced a $636.6 million loss in 2023, and warned that without any options to generate additional financing, the company may be forced to liquidate or pause operations, and seek a potential Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection filing.[5]
Platforms edit
Popcornflix is available on the following platforms:
- Popcornflix.com (web based access)
- Roku[6]
- Amazon Fire TV
- Xbox 360
- Xbox One
- Xbox Series X/S
- Apple TV
- iPhone
- iPad
- iPod Touch
- Android TV
- Chromecast
- PlayStation 3
- PlayStation 4
- PlayStation 5
- Kodi
Programming edit
In addition to full-length independent movies, Popcornflix features original content including web series and film school originals.[7][8] The service is accessible in the United States and Canada, with plans to launch in more territories.[9]
References edit
- ^ Hachman, Mark (21 March 2011). "Popcornflix.com: a (Free) Hulu for Big Stars, Obscure Movies". Yahoo! News. Retrieved 5 October 2011.
- ^ a b andrew symonds (2017-11-07). "Popcornflix acquired by Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment". Digital TV Europe. Retrieved 2019-06-22.
- ^ Hoffelder, Nate (23 March 2011). "Hulu has a rival – Popcornflix.com". Mediabistro.com. Archived from the original on 13 September 2011. Retrieved 7 October 2011.
- ^ "Screen Media Ventures Chooses Brightcove to Support Free Online Digital Movie Platform Popcornflix.com". Satellite Spotlight. 25 April 2011. Retrieved 9 October 2011.
- ^ "Chicken Soup Reports $637 Million Loss for 2023, Preps Investors for Bankruptcy". NextTV. April 23, 2024. Retrieved April 23, 2024.
- ^ "Popcornflix App on Roku". Roku Guide. 30 September 2011. Retrieved 10 October 2011.
- ^ Luchter, Les (6 June 2011). "Popcornflix Joins Ad-Supported Streaming Movie Race". MediaPostNews. Archived from the original on 4 August 2011. Retrieved 20 September 2011.
- ^ Knutson, Chastity (11 May 2017). "Popcornflix – Free Movie Streaming Alternatives". Owl Ratings. Retrieved 19 October 2011.
- ^ "Screen Media Ventures Chooses Brightcove to Support Free Online Digital Movie Platform Popcornflix.com". Satellite Spotlight. 25 April 2011. Retrieved 9 October 2011.