Latest news of u-next
18 MAR 2024
Kids & Animation
Moonbug's flagship shows to stream in Japanese SVOD U-NEXT for the first time
A total of 662 episodes from globally popular IPs such as "CoComelon" and "Blippi" will be launched this month.
18 JAN 2024
Content
Japan's SVOD U-Next targets Netflix and Prime Video after merger
With its larger catalogue, subscriber base and revenue, U-Next is now better positioned than any other domestic SVOD service to challenge the dominance of Prime Video and Netflix in Japan, according to Ampere Analysis.
22 FEB 2021
Distribution
FRANCE’S TF1 AND JAPAN’S U-NEXT ACQUIRE “DEBRIS”
Legendary Television has secured a deal with top French network TF1 and Japan’s leading OTT player U-NEXT for the exclusive distribution rights in France and Japan, respectively, for the new sci-fi drama “Debris”.
19 FEB 2021
Distribution
U-NEXT PARTNERS WITH VIACOMCBS FOR NEW SHOWTIME SERIES SELECTION
The licensing deal includes “Halo,” “Your Honor” and “City on a Hill”, premiering exclusively in Japan on the platform. Viewers will have access to a selection of popular original series including David Lynch’s masterpiece “Twin Peaks. Showtime has garnered over 27 million subscribers worldwide.