Hacks Creators Plan DVD Box Set Amid Streaming Uncertainty

The decision to release a 'Hacks' DVD box set comes at a time when major Hollywood mergers, like the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery deal, are reshaping the entertainment landscape. This merger, opposed by many in Hollywood, raises concerns about the control streaming services have over access to art. Content can be removed from platforms, as seen with HBO Max's removal of 'Westworld,' making physical media a more reliable option for preservation. The creators of 'Hacks' want to ensure their show remains accessible to fans, regardless of streaming service decisions or algorithm changes. This move highlights a growing trend of creators seeking to maintain control over their work and provide lasting access for audiences.

To preserve the show's existence amid concerns about streaming instability and potential censorship.

The creators hope to include DVD extras and deleted scenes for fans.

Streaming services can remove content due to algorithms, executive decisions, or corporate mergers, making access unreliable.

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