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== History == |
== History == |
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CuriosityStream started as a stand-alone OTT-delivered service. It then expanded distribution to Amazon Channels and Ellation’s VRV.<ref>{{Cite web|date=|title=Comcast Adds CuriosityStream to SVOD Lineup|url=https://www.nexttv.com/news/comcast-adds-curiositystream-svod-lineup-416434|url-status=live|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=2020-08-25|website=Multichannel News|language=en}}</ref> |
CuriosityStream started as a stand-alone OTT-delivered service. It then expanded distribution to Amazon Channels and Ellation’s VRV.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|date=|title=Comcast Adds CuriosityStream to SVOD Lineup|url=https://www.nexttv.com/news/comcast-adds-curiositystream-svod-lineup-416434|url-status=live|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=2020-08-25|website=Multichannel News|language=en}}</ref> In November 2017, CuriosityStream became available on Comcast’s set-top box VOD platform and the MSO’s Xfinity Stream app/portal. This was the company’s first distribution deal with a MVPD.<ref name=":0" /> |
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⚫ | In June 2018, Clint Stinchcomb was appointed President and CEO of CuriosityStream. He first joined the company in 2017 as Chief Distribution Officer.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Clint Stinchcomb Named President and CEO of CuriosityStream|url=https://www.multichannel.com/news/clint-stinchcomb-named-president-ceo-curiositystream|access-date=2020-08-21|website=Multichannel}}</ref> He is also the co-founder and former CEO of Poker Central.<ref>{{Cite web|title=CuriosityStream CEO: We're 'insulated' from studio content claw-back|url=https://www.lightreading.com/video/curiositystream-ceo-were-insulated-from-studio-content-claw-back-/a/d-id/757242|access-date=2020-08-21|website=Light Reading}}</ref> Previously Stinchcomb held positions as Managing Director of Worldwide Media Group (WMG) and executive VP and GM of Discovery Communications’ Emerging Television Networks. |
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== Company Merger == |
== Company Merger == |
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On August 11, 2020 it was officially announced that CuriosityStream would merge with Software Acquisition Group, Inc. (“Software Acquisition Group”), a [[Special-purpose acquisition company]]. Upon successful closing of the transaction, CuriosityStream will be listed on [[Nasdaq]] under the [[Ticker symbol]] "CURI".<ref>{{Cite news|first=|date=2020-08-11|title=CuriosityStream to List on Nasdaq via $331 Million Reverse Merger Deal|language=en-US|work=The New York Times|url=https://www.nytimes.com/reuters/2020/08/11/technology/11reuters-curiositystream-m-a-software-acquisition.html|url-status=live|access-date=2020-08-21}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|last=|first=|date=|title=CuriosityStream Going Public Via $331 Million Reverse Merger Deal {{!}} Hollywood Reporter|url=https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/curiositystream-going-public-331-million-reverse-merger-deal-1306775|url-status=live|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=2020-08-21|website=Hollywood Reporter}}</ref> |
On August 11, 2020 it was officially announced that CuriosityStream would merge with Software Acquisition Group, Inc. (“Software Acquisition Group”), a [[Special-purpose acquisition company]]. Upon successful closing of the transaction, CuriosityStream will be listed on [[Nasdaq]] under the [[Ticker symbol]] "CURI".<ref>{{Cite news|first=|date=2020-08-11|title=CuriosityStream to List on Nasdaq via $331 Million Reverse Merger Deal|language=en-US|work=The New York Times|url=https://www.nytimes.com/reuters/2020/08/11/technology/11reuters-curiositystream-m-a-software-acquisition.html|url-status=live|access-date=2020-08-21}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|last=|first=|date=|title=CuriosityStream Going Public Via $331 Million Reverse Merger Deal {{!}} Hollywood Reporter|url=https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/curiositystream-going-public-331-million-reverse-merger-deal-1306775|url-status=live|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=2020-08-21|website=Hollywood Reporter}}</ref> |
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== Clint Stinchcomb == |
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⚫ | In June 2018, Clint Stinchcomb was appointed President and CEO of CuriosityStream. He first joined the company in 2017 as Chief Distribution Officer.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Clint Stinchcomb Named President and CEO of CuriosityStream|url=https://www.multichannel.com/news/clint-stinchcomb-named-president-ceo-curiositystream|access-date=2020-08-21|website=Multichannel}}</ref> He is also the co-founder and former CEO of Poker Central.<ref>{{Cite web|title=CuriosityStream CEO: We're 'insulated' from studio content claw-back|url=https://www.lightreading.com/video/curiositystream-ceo-were-insulated-from-studio-content-claw-back-/a/d-id/757242|access-date=2020-08-21|website=Light Reading}}</ref> Previously Stinchcomb held positions as Managing Director of Worldwide Media Group (WMG) and executive VP and GM of Discovery Communications’ Emerging Television Networks.<ref>{{Cite web|last=June 2018|first=Jon Lafayette 20|title=Stinchcomb Named CEO at Hendricks’ CuriosityStream|url=https://www.nexttv.com/news/stinchcomb-named-ceo-at-hendricks-curiositystream|access-date=2020-08-24|website=Broadcasting Cable|language=en}}</ref> |
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== References == |
== References == |
Revision as of 13:40, 25 August 2020
Type of site | Video on demand |
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Available in | English |
Founded | March 18, 2015 |
Headquarters | Silver Spring, Maryland, United States |
Area served | Worldwide |
Owner | CuriosityStream, LLC |
Founder(s) | John S. Hendricks |
Key people | Clint Stinchcomb (President & CEO) |
URL | curiositystream |
Registration | Limited free titles. Subscription required to access full library. |
Users | 13,000,000[1] |
Current status | Active |
CuriosityStream is a factual media and entertainment company that offers video programming including documentaries, TV shows, and short form video content to subscribers. It was launched in 2015 by the founder of the Discovery Channel, John S. Hendricks. As of 2020 it had more than 13 million subscribers worldwide[1] across its direct and bundled subscription businesses.[2][3][4][5] CuriosityStream features content from producers such as the BBC and NHK,[6] and has also produced a number of original documentaries and series including 4th & Forever: Muck City[7], The History of Home[8], Miniverse, Stephen Hawking's Favorite Places, David Attenborough's Light On Earth, and Deep Time History.
History
CuriosityStream started as a stand-alone OTT-delivered service. It then expanded distribution to Amazon Channels and Ellation’s VRV.[9] In November 2017, CuriosityStream became available on Comcast’s set-top box VOD platform and the MSO’s Xfinity Stream app/portal. This was the company’s first distribution deal with a MVPD.[9]
Services
The app is available through Roku, Apple TV Channels and Apple TV, Xbox One, Amazon Fire TV, Sprint, Google Chromecast, iOS and Android, Amazon Prime Video Channels, YouTube TV, Sling TV, and Comcast Xfinity on Demand.[10]
Awards and nominations
- Stephen Hawking's Favorite Places - Outstanding Graphic Design & Art Direction (Winner, 2017)
- David Attenborough's Light on Earth - Outstanding Nature Documentary (Nominee, 2017)
- David Attenborough's Light on Earth - Outstanding Cinematography: Documentary (Nominee, 2017)
Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival
- David Attenborough's Light on Earth - Best Host/Presenter-Led Film (Winner, 2017)
- David Attenborough's Light on Earth - Best Science in Nature Film (Nominee, 2017)
- Big World in a Small Garden - Best Short Film (Nominee, 2017)
- CuriosityStream - Best Science & Education Channel (Honoree, 2017)
- Deep Time History - Best Documentary Series (Honoree, 2017)
- Science Breakthroughs: Gravitational Waves - Science & Education for Film & Video (Nominee, 2017)
- CuriosityStream - Best Science & Education Channel (Honoree, 2016)
British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA)
- David Attenboroughs Light on Earth - Specialist Factual (Nominee, 2017)
Wildscreen Film Festival
- David Attenborough's Light on Earth - Science Award (Winner, 2016)
- David Attenborough's Light on Earth - Technical Innovation Award (Winner, 2016)
- David Attenborough's Light on Earth - Presenter Award (nominee, 2016)
Science Media Awards
- David Attenborough's Light on Earth - Grand Helix Award Winner, 2016 (BEST IN SHOW)
- Jason Silva: Transhumanism - Best Short Form Documentary (Nominee, 2016)
Media coverage
CuriosityStream and its executives have been featured on Bloomberg Television,[11] and in Time magazine,[12] Wall Street Journal,[13] New York Times,[14] Los Angeles Times,[15] Variety,[16][17] StreamDaily,[18] Inverse,[19] Mashable [20] Science News,[21] MultiChannel News,[22] and WGN.[5]
Company Merger
On August 11, 2020 it was officially announced that CuriosityStream would merge with Software Acquisition Group, Inc. (“Software Acquisition Group”), a Special-purpose acquisition company. Upon successful closing of the transaction, CuriosityStream will be listed on Nasdaq under the Ticker symbol "CURI".[23][24]
Clint Stinchcomb
In June 2018, Clint Stinchcomb was appointed President and CEO of CuriosityStream. He first joined the company in 2017 as Chief Distribution Officer.[25] He is also the co-founder and former CEO of Poker Central.[26] Previously Stinchcomb held positions as Managing Director of Worldwide Media Group (WMG) and executive VP and GM of Discovery Communications’ Emerging Television Networks.[27]
References
- ^ a b Spangler, Todd (2020-06-30). "Discovery Veteran Bill Goodwyn Joins John Hendricks' CuriosityStream". Variety. Retrieved 2020-07-29.
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: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ Mullin, Benjamin (2 August 2018). "Discovery Channel Founder Pivots After Hitting Ceiling for Cord-Cutter Bonanza". Wall Street Journal. Retrieved 29 July 2020.
- ^ Shaw, Luvas (10 December 2019). "Streaming Service Quietly Gathers More Subscribers Than HBO Now". www.bloomberg.com. Retrieved 29 July 2020.
- ^ "CuriosityStream & Nebula FAQ". CuriosityStream. Retrieved June 24, 2020.
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: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ a b Scott Kitun (10 July 2020). "CuriosityStream puts facts and science wonders front and center with documentary streaming service". wgnradio.com (Podcast). WGN. Retrieved 22 July 2020.
- ^ Dave, Paresh (18 March 2015). "With CuriosityStream, Discovery Channel founder seeks online success". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 29 July 2020.
- ^ White, Peter; White, Peter (2020-04-20). "CuriosityStream Tackles High School Football In '4th and Forever: Muck City', Streamer's First Original Docuseries". Deadline. Retrieved 2020-08-06.
- ^ Spangler, Todd; Spangler, Todd (2020-06-04). "Nick Offerman Hosts CuriosityStream Series Exploring the History of Homes". Variety. Retrieved 2020-08-06.
- ^ a b "Comcast Adds CuriosityStream to SVOD Lineup". Multichannel News. Retrieved 2020-08-25.
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: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ Spangler, Todd; Spangler, Todd (2020-06-04). "Nick Offerman Hosts CuriosityStream Series Exploring the History of Homes". Variety. Retrieved 2020-08-06.
- ^ "Bloomberg - What'd You Miss?". www.bloomberg.com. December 18, 2019. Retrieved 2020-02-05.
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: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ Iyengar, Rishi. "Now There's a Netflix for Science Fans".
- ^ Hagey, Keach. "Discovery Channel Founder Jumps Into Streaming". Wall Street Journal. Wall Street Journal.
- ^ Steel, Emily. "Sony's PlayStation Vue Is Introduced in 3 Cities". New York Times. New York Times. Retrieved 17 June 2015.
- ^ Dave, Paresh. "With CuriosityStream, Discovery Channel founder seeks online success". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 17 June 2015.
- ^ Wallenstein, Andrew. "The OTT View-niverse: A Map of the New Video Ecosystem". Variety. Variety. Retrieved 17 June 2015.
- ^ Spangler, Todd. "John Hendricks, Founder of Discovery Channel, Launches Internet Subscription VOD Service". Variety. Variety. Retrieved 17 June 2015.
- ^ Longwell, Todd. "CuriosityStream Tweaks Pricing Plan For Launch". StreamDaily. StreamDaily. Retrieved 17 June 2015.
- ^ Kelly, Bryan. "CuriosityStream, the Netflix for Documentaries, Bets on the Fact". www.Inverse.com. Inverse Magazine. Retrieved 3 September 2015.
- ^ Abruzzese, Jason. "CuriosityStream: the new 'Netflix' for non-fiction". Mashable. Mashable. Retrieved 17 June 2015.
- ^ Conover, Emily. "CuriosityStream Satisfies A Science-Hungry Audience".
- ^ Baumgartner, Jeff. "CuriosityStream Goes Online". MultiChannel News. MultiChannel News. Retrieved 17 June 2015.
- ^ "CuriosityStream to List on Nasdaq via $331 Million Reverse Merger Deal". The New York Times. 2020-08-11. Retrieved 2020-08-21.
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: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "CuriosityStream Going Public Via $331 Million Reverse Merger Deal | Hollywood Reporter". Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2020-08-21.
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: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "Clint Stinchcomb Named President and CEO of CuriosityStream". Multichannel. Retrieved 2020-08-21.
- ^ "CuriosityStream CEO: We're 'insulated' from studio content claw-back". Light Reading. Retrieved 2020-08-21.
- ^ June 2018, Jon Lafayette 20. "Stinchcomb Named CEO at Hendricks' CuriosityStream". Broadcasting Cable. Retrieved 2020-08-24.
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- Documentary film production companies
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- Companies based in Silver Spring, Maryland
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