Comcast has plans to open a movie download and streaming store that will be available to subscribers through the company's set-top boxes and its Xfinity TV site.
The major ISP and cable provider hopes to launch the service before the end of the year, say the sources.
At launch, the service will include a wide range of titles "from several Hollywood studios that include new releases, older movies and some TV shows."
Currently, Comcast offers free on-demand movies and pay rentals during a specific period. Hollywood is actively looking to boost their digital sales as more customers move away from DVD and Blu-ray purchases, and Comcast is a major player in the industry.
At launch, the service will include a wide range of titles "from several Hollywood studios that include new releases, older movies and some TV shows."
Currently, Comcast offers free on-demand movies and pay rentals during a specific period. Hollywood is actively looking to boost their digital sales as more customers move away from DVD and Blu-ray purchases, and Comcast is a major player in the industry.
