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Streamers' back catalogs reportedly key over new shows

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Streamers shift focus to licensing older content as new show cancellations soar, industry analysts reveal.
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  • Streaming giants like Netflix and Hulu reportedly prioritizing licensing existing franchises and libraries over investing in costly new original programming.
  • Showrunners and stars express frustration as 'one-and-done' series cancellations hit record highs, with industry insiders blaming cost-cutting and risk-averse programming strategies.
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Netflix, Hulu
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