I wouldn't put it past Bell or Rogers somehow getting the Canadian license to the new show, and then refusing to let you pay to watch it without a cable/satellite subscription.
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Clarkson, Hammond and May sign deal with Amazon
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I wouldn't put it past Bell or Rogers somehow getting the Canadian license to the new show, and then refusing to let you pay to watch it without a cable/satellite subscription.
a secret-boss
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Amazon video needs this.
haven't watched anything on their site since their latest pilot program
haven't watched anything on their site since their latest pilot program
They already did, in a way:
http://business.financialpost.com/f...stream-original-amazon-video-content-on-shomi
From https://my.shomi.com/subscribe
Shows how much you know.
GoldenEye 007
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Good thing I have Prime, but I'd still rather it be on Netflix. They have lost out on some good properties lately.
But as for fragmentation, what did everyone expect? That one company would just have the rights to everything out there? That's unrealistic.
But as for fragmentation, what did everyone expect? That one company would just have the rights to everything out there? That's unrealistic.
awilliams213
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Well looks like I am subscribing to Prime, it's been on my to do list since the holidays.
Chri_stoph
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I would have preferred if they went to Netflix, but don't mind them going to Amazon, since I already have a Prime anyway.
Just curious how expensive is Prime in other countries? In Germany it is 50 or 25 with the student discount, which isn't too bad for free next day delivery, Instant Video and some other things.
Just curious how expensive is Prime in other countries? In Germany it is 50 or 25 with the student discount, which isn't too bad for free next day delivery, Instant Video and some other things.
I was a prime member, but only ever wanted to use the shipping. When they raised the price I cancelled right away.
I guess I'll have to resub though whenever the show comes out. I guess I hold off on all Amazon purchases when a release date is announced get that prime shipping when the show is out.
I guess I'll have to resub though whenever the show comes out. I guess I hold off on all Amazon purchases when a release date is announced get that prime shipping when the show is out.
No, that's really just a legacy of them having bought Lovefilm.
(Well, actually I can't remember if they still do it in Germany which was the other territory Lovefilm operated in).
TangoAlphaLima
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bananafactory
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So I'm a Prime member but apparently I need Shaw or Rogers to watch this?
What the fuck Canada
What the fuck Canada
... wait seriously?
ReturnOfTheRAT
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THIS IS THE BEST NEWS OF A LIFETIME
Snkfanatic
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Why?
Honestly, if it's able to be bought on Instant, I'd take that route over the Prime premium. I use Amazon, but not enough to justify the Prime membership. So being able to get the seasons for a small cost would be more worthwhile to me than a sub.
Templar Wizard
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WTF??
Clarkson dropped a N-word and hit a low level employee and people here celebrate this??
This is truly a new low.
Clarkson dropped a N-word and hit a low level employee and people here celebrate this??
This is truly a new low.
ReturnOfTheRAT
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Once more:
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We aren't excusing what he did/done, we're excited for the product not the person.
Templar Wizard
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Ahhhh I see, he is completely removed from the product then? even though he does seem to be an integral part of it.
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Bitch Pudding
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Yeah, but he is my type of shit! Can't wait for a Clarkson show that is freed from the fetters of public service broadcaster!
NullPointer
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Would have preferred Netflix but I'll take this.
firehawk12
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Blame Amazon really. I assume they don't want to deal with the troubles that come with running a Canadian arm of a streaming company so they would rather just sell their shows to others who have the infrastructure.
Sax Russel
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Yessssss. Can't wait =D
HawksWinStanley
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I'm a big fan of Top Gear but I've never gone as far as to join in on any discussion about it online. Have to admit I'm sort of surprised at all of the hate for Clarkson. I didn't realize he rubbed so many people the wrong way.
Him as a person != Him as a character on the show.
What he did on Top Gear after the cameras stopped rolling = him as a person.
How is this... hard for you to understand? Nobody is excusing what he did off camera. People are excited for what he (and the other two) bring on camera.
Just means people can torrent the hell out of it I guess.
Le_Samourai
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Awesome.
Templar Wizard
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Bro, you seriously need to stop fucking typing. You still into Hulkamania??
They more then paid for there own salaries, in fact Top Gear income pretty much paid for every BBC programme that was on the main channel. Enjoy paying the same amount for less return.
He didn't actually say the 'N-word' and in that context it was far from hate speech or intended insult.
theSlacker
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Kinda wish it was on Netflix instead as well even though I don't have Netflix and have Amazon prime. Just for how many more people Netflix can reach. I mean unless Amazon will use this as a way to launch into more areas and grow their service more then just the one show.
XGRaViSmOrSX
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Meh, not too big on this being on Prime. Not gonna pay for a full year when there is no other content worth paying for. Should have been on netflix.
bananafactory
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What's so hard about running a Canadian arm if they have streaming video in other countries?
Netflix seems to manage it just fine.
Ahhh ok, well that sucks for other countries.
Once more:
I'm actually quite interested to see how they will handle it, they are really gonna have to push the boat out to keep fans, I expect them to go somewhat all out to begin with.
I would have taken ITV, at least it would have been free for everyone to watch, I'm happy it isn't Sky, they have an awful history of bidding for shows that get popular on terrestrial channels and then taking them after a couple seasons.
Templar Wizard
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hmmmm, he did apologise for it... so...
Its incredible that some people on a popular show get a free pass and some not on a popular show...don't.
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