Superheroes Invading OTT Platforms

If sports doesn't become the content that propels OTT platforms forward, then maybe it will be the job of superheroes.  With The Awesomes on Hulu, the time has come for the next tier of heroes to emerge and Marvel/ABC is providing them with their recent deal with Netflix.  "Disney and Netflix announced a deal Thursday for four 13-episode series featuring Marvel Comics heroes Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Iron Fist and Luke Cage that will air on the video-streaming service over multiple years and will lead to a mini-event called The Defenders."These shows are scheduled for release in the next year.

Aimed directly at the teen audience, the key demographic by the way for video streaming, Marvel Studios and ABC are recognizing the power of superheroes in the disruptive world of streaming video.  And building synergy with its theatrical and linear properties will only continue to increase the value of their content across all platforms.  It is a brilliant strategic move for ABC to stay relevant in a changing environment.  And for Netflix, further push value of its streaming service and subscriber growth.  Exclusive content, with the Marvel name recognition, further demonstrates that content is king.