First Take, 8-12-25

First Take, 8-12-25

Plus: The rise and fall of video stores, AMC Theatres to trim pre-show and more

How the Streamers Stack up

1. Earnings Analysis: Streamers Hit Profit, but Competition for Subs Is Fierce

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2. Alex Ross Perry's 'Videoheaven' Charts the Rise and Fall of Video Stores, I Was There | Essay

3. Tegna Stock Surges Over 28% on Nexstar Acquisition Talks

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4. AMC Theatres to Trim Pre-Show by 4 to 5 Minutes, CEO Says: 'We Don't Love Deluging Our Customers'

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5. Sinclair to Explore M&A Opportunities for Broadcast Business

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6. Crunchyroll Partners With Delta Air Lines for In-Flight Anime Viewing | Exclusive

7. How 'Freakier Friday' Director Nisha Ganatra's Indie Roots and 'Improv Troop Energy' Made a Theater-Worthy Sequel

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