Original title: YouGov: The streaming service is buying the rights to complete popular shows
Streaming services are spending hundreds of millions of dollars to buy the rights to popular shows that have long since ended, including recent “Friends” and “The Office” deals. These services, as well as traditional networks, strive to rekindle the nostalgia of programming. But what are Americans' favorite sitcoms?
According to YouGov data, among users who subscribe to streaming services, “I Love Lucy,” “Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” “Bewitched,” “Seated,” and “The Munsters” are the most popular sitcoms that have come to an end.
According to YouGov ranking data, Will Smith is America's most famous contemporary actor, and Jerry Seinfeld ranked 25th.
As streamers become more competitive, they scramble to seize hit series to expand customer appeal. Among respondents who are considering subscribing to streaming services, which finished shows are more likely to receive positive reviews?
For viewers considering subscribing to Netflix, they prefer “Cheers,” “Friends,” and “Drew Carey Show.” The copyright for “Friends” was sold to WarnerMedia's HBO Max for $425 million.
Among the respondents considering becoming Hulu users, “Doogie Howser” and “M.D.” , “Park and Travels and Family Links” is even more popular.
“Family Ties,” “Seinfeld,” and “Cheers” were more popular among respondents who might like Amazon Prime.
“Three's Company,” “The Golden Girls,” and “Married... With Children” are even more popular with viewers considering the newly launched Disney+ service. Disney is apparently also pinning its hopes on nostalgia. It has not only opened up a full catalog of animated films, but has also invested in spin-offs of the popular Marvel series and Star Wars.
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