The "Golden Age of TV" has collapsed under its own weight. In 2023, there were over 600 scripted TV series released in the US alone—more than any human could watch in a lifetime. As a result, audiences have retreated to (viewing The Office or Friends for the 15th time) or "gatekept" niches (small, cult fandoms).
Why are we getting a Dexter prequel, a Twilight animated series, and a live-action How to Train Your Dragon ? Because in a fractured world, nostalgia is the only universal language. xxxmature+60+new
This "content blur" has created a new type of consumer: the . This audience expects to watch a 30-second skit on Instagram, pause it to listen to a song on Spotify, and then watch a three-hour director’s commentary on the same IP (Intellectual Property) without ever feeling a shift in medium. For media executives, the battle is no longer for "ratings" but for share of attention . The "Golden Age of TV" has collapsed under its own weight
The transition from cable television to services like Netflix, Disney+, and HBO Max has fundamentally changed our viewing habits. Why are we getting a Dexter prequel, a