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Today ABC has announced the relaunch of their free streaming service, which is currently hosting 7 short-form originals, as well as full seasons of 38 classic shows including Felicity and Ugly Betty. The app will also offer live local streaming for 14 of Hearst Television’s ABC-affiliated stations.
According to a press release, the network has more than 40 new series in development in addition to the 7 digital originals including shows starring Ty Burrell and Iliza Shlesinger. The new shows will be released on a monthly basis. Aside from the aforementioned, other “throwback” shows that are currently streaming via the app’s newly-transformed interface include School House Rock, Betrayal and My So-Called Life, plus more.
In other news…
Netflix has renewed Bloodline for a 10-episode third season to be released next year. The announcement for the Todd A. Kessler, Daniel Zelman, and Glenn Kessler created drama comes just one day before the Emmy nominations are revealed. [Deadline]
Although Netflix is working on expanding its libraries overseas, many countries are still pale in comparison to the platform’s catalogue in the States. One site posted a new chart comparing the exact size of every country’s Netflix catalogue, with Sudan clocking in at a mere 906 titles. [AllFlicks]
Following the heels of BitTorrent Live’s recent live-streaming launch, the multichannel OTT app announced today the details of a brand new BitTorrent News channel. According to a press release, the real-time news outlet will launch on July 18 at the Republican National Convention.
Comedian Bo Burnham, whose latest standup special dubbed Make Happy premiered on Netflix last month, recently sat down with one of our frequent contributors to discuss the new feature as well as the current state of comedy. The natural performer spoke about everything from his intricate stage presence to Kanye West. [Playboy]
Michael is a music and television junkie keen on most things that are not a complete and total bore. You can follow him on Twitter — @Tweetskoor
