
Ad-supported streaming tiers: a simple guide to choosing one
Cheaper subscriptions with commercials now dominate new sign-ups, and for many households they are the smartest way to cut the monthly bill.
What services put out and what audiences finish, with premiere dates, episode counts, release patterns and the shows losing viewers mid-season.

Cheaper subscriptions with commercials now dominate new sign-ups, and for many households they are the smartest way to cut the monthly bill.

After seven years of spending and consolidation, the streaming business has a clear leader, a shrinking field and a new fight over attention rather than subscribers.