Popcornflix
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| Type of business | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Founded | July 2010 |
| Headquarters | , |
| Parent | Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment |
| URL | www |
| Registration | None |
| Launched | March 2011 |
| Current status | Active |
Popcornflix LLC is a
History
Popcornflix was conceived in July 2010, and went into live beta in March 2011. The site primarily streams independent feature films, many of which come from Screen Media's library.[3] The service is accessible in the United States and Canada, with plans to launch in more territories.[4] In 2017, Popcornflix's owner,
On April 23, 2024, its parent Chicken Soup for the Soul announced a $636.6 million loss in 2023, and warned that without any options to generate additional financing, the company may be forced to liquidate or pause operations, and seek a potential
Platforms
Popcornflix is available on the following platforms:
- Popcornflix.com (web based access)
- Roku[6]
- Amazon Fire TV
- Xbox 360
- Xbox One
- Xbox Series X/S
- Apple TV
- iPhone
- iPad
- iPod Touch
- Android TV
- Chromecast
- PlayStation 3
- PlayStation 4
- PlayStation 5
- Kodi
Programming
In addition to full-length independent movies, Popcornflix features original content including web series and film school originals.[7][8] The service is accessible in the United States and Canada, with plans to launch in more territories.[9]
References
- ^ Hachman, Mark (21 March 2011). "Popcornflix.com: a (Free) Hulu for Big Stars, Obscure Movies". Yahoo! News. Retrieved 5 October 2011.
- ^ a b andrew symonds (2017-11-07). "Popcornflix acquired by Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment". Digital TV Europe. Retrieved 2019-06-22.
- ^ Hoffelder, Nate (23 March 2011). "Hulu has a rival – Popcornflix.com". Mediabistro.com. Archived from the original on 13 September 2011. Retrieved 7 October 2011.
- ^ "Screen Media Ventures Chooses Brightcove to Support Free Online Digital Movie Platform Popcornflix.com". Satellite Spotlight. 25 April 2011. Retrieved 9 October 2011.
- ^ "Chicken Soup Reports $637 Million Loss for 2023, Preps Investors for Bankruptcy". NextTV. April 23, 2024. Retrieved April 23, 2024.
- ^ "Popcornflix App on Roku". Roku Guide. 30 September 2011. Retrieved 10 October 2011.
- ^ Luchter, Les (6 June 2011). "Popcornflix Joins Ad-Supported Streaming Movie Race". MediaPostNews. Archived from the original on 4 August 2011. Retrieved 20 September 2011.
- ^ Knutson, Chastity (11 May 2017). "Popcornflix – Free Movie Streaming Alternatives". Owl Ratings. Retrieved 19 October 2011.
- ^ "Screen Media Ventures Chooses Brightcove to Support Free Online Digital Movie Platform Popcornflix.com". Satellite Spotlight. 25 April 2011. Retrieved 9 October 2011.