Hollywood Strikes: Implications for Deals, TV Sales, and Streaming Future
The television industry has been surprisingly quiet since the end of the 148-day writers strike, with few writers submitting new spec scripts. Some speculate that writers took the strike more seriously this time and were less inclined to be creative, while others believe that the softer marketplace and uncertainty about budgets and pipeline have made writers and their representatives hesitant to put material out. However, there are still exceptions, with certain high-profile projects generating multiple offers. Overall, the industry is experiencing a shift in strategies, with a focus on quality over quantity and a greater reliance on independent backers.
