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Why do networks air shows out of order?
There are two main reasons this happens: 1) More people sample a show when it’s new, so networks try to run the best episodes first. 2) Some episodes originally slated to air earlier in a season might have a problem and need to go back to the shop for more work, so they get pulled, fixed and slotted later.
What is a syndicated rerun?
Three common types of syndication are: first-run syndication, which is programming that is broadcast for the first time as a syndicated show and is made specifically to sell directly into syndication; off-network syndication (colloquially called a “rerun”), which is the licensing of a program that was originally run on …
Do reruns play in order?
Unless they are airing a marathon of a series, it’s usually not in sequential order.
When did TV start airing reruns?
When used to refer to the rebroadcast of a single episode, Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz are generally credited as the inventors of the rerun; it was first utilized for the American television series I Love Lucy (1951–57) during Ball’s pregnancy.
Why don’t TV networks want to stream their new shows online?
Well, in a lot of cases networks do want to get their shows online, but they want to keep control to maximize the money that they make. Broadcast networks like ABC, CBS, NBC and FOX usually stream their new shows, but only a limited number of episodes and for a short time.
Why do TV networks charge licensing fees for TV shows?
Which brings us to the real issue — licensing fees. TV networks don’t actually own the content they provide, they pay for the privilege of airing them. For instance, a network like NBC airs “The Voice,” which was created by Mark Burnett.
Why are some TV shows more popular than others?
It’s more economical. Certain episodes are more popular than others, so it’s in a station’s best interest to play them more often. These episodes can command higher ad rates and can serve as attractive lead-ins to other network shows.
Why can’t I watch live TV on my Device?
Live TV restrictions: If you couldn’t find a live event on your device or you saw an error when you attempted to tune in, it may be due to live TV streaming restrictions like regional availability, blackouts, and/or the device you’re using.