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entertainment1 year ago

"Red vs. Blue: Feature-Length Movie Release Set Despite Rooster Teeth Closure"

The final season of Rooster Teeth's "Red vs. Blue," titled "Restoration," will be released as an 87-minute feature-length film on May 7 by Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment, following the shutdown of Rooster Teeth. The movie will be available for purchase on various platforms and features the Reds and Blues teaming up to combat a common enemy. Co-creator Burnie Burns returned to pen the script, marking the conclusion of the series' 21-year journey, while Warner Bros. Discovery looks to sell the intellectual property rights to "Red vs. Blue" and other Rooster Teeth productions.

via Variety|
#entertainment#final-season#red-vs-blue
business1 year ago

"Warner Bros. Discovery Shuts Down Rooster Teeth, Ending RWBY and Gen:Lock"

Warner Bros. Discovery is shutting down the Austin-based internet animation studio Rooster Teeth, which has been operating at a loss for years due to challenges in digital media. Approximately 150 full-time employees will be laid off, along with freelancers and contractors. The studio's closure is attributed to shifts in consumer behavior and monetization across platforms, advertising, and patronage. Despite the closure, the Roost Podcast Network will continue its operations while Warner Bros. Discovery looks for a buyer for that service.

via Cartoon Brew|
#animation-studio#business#closure
entertainmenttechnology1 year ago

"End of an Era: Rooster Teeth Shuts Down After 21 Years"

Rooster Teeth, a pioneering production company known for gaming-centric content and popular YouTube channels, has announced its closure due to challenges in digital media and shifts in consumer behavior. Acquired by Warner Bros. Discovery in 2021, the company's closure marks ongoing shifts in content creation and the gaming industry, with plans to sell beloved properties like "Red vs. Blue" and "RWBY." The decision comes amid struggles to maintain audience and revenue, reflecting broader changes in online video consumption and attention spans.

via NBC News|
#content-creation#digital-media#entertainmenttechnology
entertainment1 year ago

"Warner Bros. Closes Doors on Rooster Teeth, Red vs. Blue Creator"

Warner Bros. is shutting down Rooster Teeth, the production company behind Red vs. Blue and RWBY, after 21 years. The closure is attributed to challenges facing digital media and shifts in consumer behavior and monetization. Around 150 full-time workers will be laid off, with the company exploring options for its content. Despite its impact on the industry and popular shows, Rooster Teeth faced controversies and struggled to maintain its early charm. Fans are expressing support for the laid-off staff and reflecting on the end of an era.

via Polygon|
#closure#digital-media#entertainment
business1 year ago

"End of an Era: Rooster Teeth Shutting Down After 21 Years"

Austin-based media company Rooster Teeth, known for producing web-based video content, is shutting down after 21 years due to challenges in digital media and shifts in consumer behavior and monetization. The company, acquired by Warner Bros. Discovery in 2019, will wind down in the coming days and weeks, impacting approximately 150 full-time employees and contractors. The closure reflects broader business dynamics in the industry, and the company's podcast network and "Red vs. Blue" series will continue operating. The shutdown comes after the company faced controversy over working conditions, and its legacy in Austin's production community will continue to resonate.

via Austin American-Statesman|
#business#digital-media#media-company
entertainment1 year ago

"End of an Era: Rooster Teeth Shuts Down After 21 Years"

Rooster Teeth, the beloved production company behind Red vs. Blue and RWBY, is shutting down after 21 years due to challenges in digital media and failed attempts to sell the company by its parent company, Warner Bros. Discovery. The fate of its animated series and podcast network is uncertain, and former employees and fans have expressed sadness over the closure. Founded in 2003, Rooster Teeth expanded into various media forms but also faced controversy over its work environment.

via IGN|
#entertainment#red-vs-blue#rooster-teeth
entertainment1 year ago

"Warner Bros. Discovery Shuts Down Rooster Teeth After 21 Years"

Rooster Teeth, a digital media company known for producing web series like "Red vs. Blue," is shutting down due to challenges in digital media and changes in consumer behavior and monetization. Owned by Warner Bros. Discovery, the company struggled to adapt to changing algorithms and removed some programs from YouTube in October. The company's intellectual property and licensing rights are being discussed for sale, while the Roost Podcast Network will continue to operate.

via Los Angeles Times|
#digital-media#entertainment#rooster-teeth
entertainment1 year ago

"Warner Bros. Discovery Shuts Down Rooster Teeth After 21 Years"

Rooster Teeth, a subsidiary of Warner Bros. Discovery, is shutting down after 20+ years due to challenges in digital media and shifts in consumer behavior. The company's podcast network, The Roost, will continue to operate and is up for sale, while the rest of Rooster Teeth will undergo a months-long shutdown process. Known for creating the popular series Red Vs Blue, the company has had a significant impact on the media industry and will be ending with the release of its 19th and final season later this year.

via Kotaku|
#digital-media#entertainment#red-vs-blue
entertainment1 year ago

"Warner Bros. Closes Rooster Teeth, Home of RWBY and Red vs. Blue"

Warner Bros. Discovery is shutting down Rooster Teeth, the production company behind animated web series like RWBY and gen:LOCK, leaving 150 employees and creators in limbo. The company had attempted to sell Rooster Teeth but was unsuccessful, and is now in talks to sell the rights to certain catalog content and intellectual property. The shutdown is attributed to challenges in digital media resulting from shifts in consumer behavior and monetization, but plans for shows, franchises, partnerships, and merch are expected to be shared soon.

via Gizmodo|
#animation#entertainment#rooster-teeth
entertainment1 year ago

"Warner Bros. Discovery Shuts Down Rooster Teeth After 21 Years, The Roost Podcast Network Continues"

Warner Bros. Discovery is shutting down Rooster Teeth, a popular animation, comedy, and gaming studio, due to challenges in digital media and shifts in consumer behavior and monetization. The Roost Podcast Network will remain operational, and the fate of IPs like Red vs Blue, RWBY, and Gen:LOCK is still being discussed. The closure reflects broader business dynamics in the industry, and the impact on the studio's 150 employees is still unclear.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#digital-media#entertainment#entertainment-industry
entertainment1 year ago

"End of an Era: Rooster Teeth Shutdown by Warner Bros. Discovery After 24 Years"

Rooster Teeth, a pioneer in digital content creation, is shutting down after 21 years due to challenges in digital media. The Roost Podcast Network will continue while Warner Bros. Discovery evaluates outside interest in acquiring it. The company's legacy includes popular content like Red vs. Blue, and its closure reflects broader industry dynamics such as monetization shifts and advertising challenges.

via Deadline|
#digital-media#entertainment#podcast-network
entertainment1 year ago

"Rooster Teeth to Close After 21 Years: End of an Era for Austin Studio"

Warner Bros. Discovery is shutting down Rooster Teeth, resulting in layoffs of approximately 150 full-time employees and numerous contractors and content creators. The company, known for its fandom, gaming, and comedy entertainment, has struggled to turn a profit in the face of changing consumer behavior and monetization challenges. The closure will also affect the popular anime-style series "RWBY" and other intellectual properties. Warner Bros. Discovery is in talks to sell certain Rooster Teeth catalog content and the Roost podcast network, while the company's subscription video-on-demand service, First, will be shut down.

via Variety|
#digital-media#entertainment#rooster-teeth