Image: VarietyStreaming Residuals Drop for First Time as Secondary Market Sputters, Per WGA Report
• Streaming residuals have experienced their first decline in 2025, according to a report from the Writers Guild of America (WGA). • The drop is attributed to a softening secondary market, where the reuse of existing TV shows and movies has decreased. • This trend is significant as it signals a potential shift in the profitability and sustainability of streaming models for content creators.
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