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Its the unification of of people across the country for a big event.
A non-linear distribution platform cant quite do that.
But even conventional scripted comedies and dramas can be made into events.
Everybody has a fond feeling for a certain kind of show, Kubitz said.
Its a common language … that makes a show a unifying event.
And theres also no reason such reunions cant be doled out in small doses.
Netflix essentially did just that with itsGilmore Girlsrevival.
Consider: CBSs core prime-time schedule (i.e., not including sports and special events) has been No.
To paraphrase afamous marketing taglinefrom the 1990s, its not HBO, its TV.
