It used to be investing in films was the way to go. Yes it might have been a bit safer to investment in a television show but could you beat the excitement of a red carpet. Today that carpet has turned more and more gray as television appears to be gaining steam. Here are just a few reasons (below) I believe the boob tube is the way to go.
NEED- With Hulu, Amazon Prime, Netflix, Cable and even the network channels there is a greater need for content more then there has ever been.
EXPORT- A television series has many more angles for distribution outside the states then a movie has.
TIME – The excitement of having a movie played on the big screen has dwindled as their stay on that screen has shrunk to weeks rather then months and as used primarily as a marketing tool and not for profits.
ENDURANCE- When a movie has run it’s course there isn’t much more to achieve but television series can stay in rerun heaven allowing a continual flow of $$’s.
COST- It is less expensive to produce a television series (especially T.V reality) then an actual movie giving you greater odds of having a return on your investment.
FAME- It’s easier to tell your friends to turn a channel or their computer to watch your series then have to drive to a movie theater. Movies might still appear more glamorous on opening night but if you want that glamour rent a theater and have a sneak peak for those involved and their celebrity friends.