As cord-cutting becomes more prevalent among modern audiences, niche streaming services are rising to the occasion in an attempt to make at-home entertainment a more personalized experience for all.
Additionally, television networks, and advertisers are targeting social media users with interactive and relatable content. Examples include branded webisodes, Snapchat series, and smartphone TV channel apps that require a short attention span.
Standouts in the realm of family-friendly television include Time Warner’s Boomerang TV channel which specializes in both modern-day, and retro cartoon offerings, along with YouTube Red -- a channel spotlighting original content from both Gen Z and Millennial influencers with a cult following.
Additional examples to take note of include Laugh Out Loud, a collaborative channel launched by comedian Kevin Heart and Lionsgate. This niche streaming platform exclusively airs comedy programming appealing to viewers looking to laugh, while avoiding the trap of long searches times before selecting what to watch.
30 Niche Streaming Innovations
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Snapchat Sex Ed Shows
MTV's First Snapchat Show is a Sex Ed Series Called 'Pants Off'
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Minute-Long Comedy Shows
Chipotle is Introducing a Snapchat Show Called 'School of Guac'
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Millennial Hotel Series
Marriott International's 'Six Days, Seven Nights' Was Revealed on Snapchat
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Millennial-Targeted Streaming Services
This Streaming Service Features Shorter Original Content
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Pre-Release Movie Streaming Services
'Scoop' Offers Advance Movie Screenings to Get Feedback
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Ultra HD Movie-Streaming Services
The Sony Ultra 4K Movie Streaming Service Launches April 4th
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Adventure Film Streaming Services
'Slipstream' Delivers Access to Exciting Content and More
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Free TV-Streaming Apps
The Freeview FV App Offers Free-To-Air TV Streams On Smartphones
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Cord-Cutting TV Streaming Services
'Hulu Live' is a Competitive New TV Streaming Service
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Parent-Controlled Video Apps
Video Network Neptune is Designed for Kids and Made for Parents
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Cartoon Subscription Services
Boomerang TV is Now Available as a $5 Monthly Streaming Service
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Comedy-Only Streaming Services
Laugh Out Loud is a Project Between Lionsgate and Kevin Hart
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Live-Stream Social Cable Services
YouTube TV will Offer Dozens of Channels for One Monthly Fee
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Playful TV Apps
'Toca TV' Introduces Exclusive Videos and Recording Tools from Toca Boca
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Anime Subscription Channels
Amazon Anime Strike is an Anime-Focused Streaming Channel
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Evangelical Streaming Services
Churches are Using Facebook Live to Stream Their Sermons
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Multimedia TV Apps
The Deezer TV App Turns Your Television Set Into a Stereo System
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Trailer-Specific Movie Apps
The Trailer TV App Helps Users Figure Out What Movie to Watch
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eCommerce Video Streaming Services
The Amazon Prime Video Service is Now Available to Everyone
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Sleepy Video Streaming Services
Napflix Streams Torpor-Inducing Content
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Expanding Video-Sharing Platforms
The YouTube Red Original Shows and Movies Competes with Netflix
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Halal Streaming Services
Deen TV is a Halal Entertainment Channel for Muslim Viewers
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Multi-Device Livestreaming Apps
The Eastlink Stream Lets Canadians Watch Shows On Phones & Laptops
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Social Video Streaming Services
The YouTube 4K Live Streaming Service Immerses Viewers
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Stand-Up Streaming Services
NextUp Streams UK Stand-Up Comedy and Helps Fund Comedians
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Smartphone TV Programs
Priyanka Chopra is Producing an Indian Mobile Series Airing January 22
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Streaming Service Exploration Apps
'FlixHive' Organizes and Reveals Video Entertainment to Watch
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Streamlined Sports Broadcasts
This Service Lets Roku Users Enjoy FOX Sports Go Streams
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Youth-Focused TV Streaming Services
The Sky Now TV 'Kids Pass' Offers Exclusive Access to Content
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Premium Streaming Services
The New Starz App Allows Users to View Its Content on All Their Devices
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Social e-Commerce Platforms
Hoppn Creates "A New Type of Centralized Online Shopping Experience"
Streaming Service Restaurants
The Netflix Bites Pop-Up Serves Dishes from Netflix Series
Gen Z-Focused Fashion Labels
The 'MIXT' Label Caters to Youthful Fashion-Forward Indian Consumers
Sports-Centric Digital Collectibles Platform
Sweet Took Part in the Launch of NHL Breakaway
Gen Alpha Marketing Campaigns
Claire's is Targeting TikTok Growth for its Latest Ads Spending
Ninja-Inspired Curated Snack Boxes
Tokyotreat Embraces the Taste of Japan with a Ninja Theme
Connected Gamer Campaigns
Heineken's Just Another Night Out Shatters Anti-Social Stereotypes
Social Podcast Exploration Platforms
'Podiscover' Helps Listeners Find Their Next Favorite Show
Channel-Switching Commercials
This Tubi Super Bowl Ad Tricked Millions of Sports Viewers
Gen Z-Centered Health Apps
RTRO Lauches with ChatGPT with a Focus on Mental Health
AI-Powered Content Features
YouTube Enhances its AI Offerings with Two New Creator Features
Nostalgic Television Channels
PBS Retro is a Vintage Television Channel Remembering the Past
Digital Wellness Inniaitives
Pinterest Focuses on the Digital Well-being of Gen Z
Travel-Focused Marketing Guides
TikTok Debuts a Playbook for Travel Marketers to Foster Engagement
Viral Video Databases
Viral Ideas Offers Inspiration for a Content Creator's Next Big Video
AI Beauty Shopping Apps
Trendio's Video Shopping App Shares Personally Curated Content
Children-Friendly Content Platforms
YouTube Kids is Officially Launching onto Game Consoles
Micro-Influencer Marketing Services
SCREENSHOT Micro Boost Refines the Brand-Creator Experience
Innovative Music Streaming Services
PewPee Emerges as a Groundbreaking Music Streaming Service
Creator-Endorsed Fruit Snacks
BloxSnacks is Using YouTuber Partnerships to Appeal to Gen Alpha
Relaunched NSFW Digital Publications
Playboy Magazine is Launching in a New Digital Space
Shoppable Hybrid Apps
Lemon8 is a New Social Media App Combining Aspects of Instagram & Pinterest
QSR Gen Z Campaigns
Chipotle Targets Gen Z with Wellness Snapchat Lens and Menu Items
Integrated Influencer Marketing Platforms
SocialTalk Helps Users Discover, Track, and Connect
Experiential Shopping Platforms
sune Shares a Fun and Engaging Way for Gen Z to Shop
Image-Based Alternative Social Medias
'Noteit' is a Snapchat-Inspired App for Gen Alpha Users
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Gamified Youth-Focused News Apps
RocaNews Uses Challenges and Quests to Encourage Staying Informed
Young Professional Community Apps
Yuppie Helps Gen Z and Millennials Connect with One Another
Streaming Service Sleeping Bags
The Netflix Sleeping Bag Reminiscences on Olden Days
Social Shopping Features
YouTube Introduces a New 'Shopping Collections' Feature for Creators
Gen Z Sports Apps
Stadium Live is Aiming to Entice Gen Z Consumers with Immersive Experiences
Gen Z Video Apps
Zigazoo is an Invite-Only App with a Focus on Short-Form Videos & Video Replies
Tech Sports Advertising Networks
Apple and MLS Join Forces to Launch an Advertising Network
Accessible Streamed Retro Animes
Viz Media Makes Some of the Most Iconic Animes Accessible
YouTube Family Animated Series
Pocket.watch Taps Onyx Family to Launch 'Onyx Monster Mysteries'
TikTok-Inspired Music Features
Spotify Showcased a Redesigned Homepage for its Mobile App
Meme-Like Social Platforms
Social Platform Spill Launches its Beta with a ‘Meme-Forward’ Aesthetic
AI-Personalized Streaming Boxes
Comcast Launches the Xumo Stream Box for Xfinity Users
Professional Short-Form Video Feeds
LinkedIn is Testing a TikTok-Like System on its Platform
Beauty-Focused Shopping Apps
The 'Trendio' Live Shopping App Offers Access to Beauty Content
Personalized Streaming Service Interfaces
The New My Netflix Tab Helps with Tidying the Platform
Streaming Shows-Inspired Apparel Collections
Lacoste and Netflix Unveil New Apparel Collection
Social Media-Like Study Apps
SHARPEN Aims to Be Just as Engaging and Convenient as Social Media
Gen Alpha-Focused Podcast Apps
Storybutton Launches as a Generation Alpha-Targeted Radio Channel
Child Creator Casting Calls
Kid-Focused Social Network Zigazoo Hosts Casting Call for New Creators
In-Arena Content Spaces
TikTok and MLSE Introduced the Creator Zone and a Live Content Series
Horizontal Video Applications
TikTok is Testing a Landscape Full-Screen Video Mode for Creators
Personalized TV Recommendation Apps
Watchworthy Aims to Assist Audiences in Selecting TV Shows
Social Podcast Video Apps
Algo for Podcasts Helps Podcasters Create Engaging Content
Film Industry Networking Apps
The 'BeScene' App Takes a Swiping Approach to Networking
Sports-centric In-Flight Entertainment Systems
Air Canada Introduces New Live TV Sports Channels
Short-Form Foodie Feeds
Uber Eats is Testing Out a New Vertical Feed Like TikTok and Instagram
Personalized Podcast Platforms
The 'iListen' Platform Turns Articles into Audio Content
Streaming Content-Tracking Apps
The 'CineHub' App Keeps an Eye on Content You've Watched and More
Gen Z Advertising Tools
YouTube Launches a New Music Tool to Connect Advertisers with Gen Z
Exclusive Subscription-Based Merchandise
Disney+ Expands Into E-Commerce with a Merch Shop
Nostalgic Music Discovery Apps
The 'Rewind' App Helps Gen Z Delve Into the Music Of Past Decades
Customized Streaming Platform Features
Netflix Brings Streamberry to Life with Personalized Detail
Content Creator News Sources
Creative Brew Offers Daily Insight and News for Content Creators
AI-Powered Streaming Services
Sky México Debuts the Sky+ AI-Infused Streaming Service for Android
AI-Powered TV Recommendations
Watch Better Movies Uses AI to Curate Tailored Recommendations
Pop Culture-Inspired Rentals
Airbnb Unveils the New 'Icons' Experiences for Short-Term Guests
Show-Sponsoring Branding Partnerships
Coca-Cola, Henkel and Scott’s Sponsor Three Roku Originals
Vertical Video Feeds
The Reddit Watch Feed Brings Short-Form Videos to the Platform
Digital Social Sharing Spaces
The Shilo App Invites Users to Share and Curate What They Love
Re-Invented Comic Book Collections
Veve Comics Offers a New Way to read and Collect Comic Books
Passion-Sharing List Platforms
MyLikes Helps Users Share What They Enjoy with Curated Lists
Dedicated Anime Streaming Channels
The Pluto TV Sailor Moon Channel Offers Hours of Content
B2B Music Streaming Services
Tuned Global and Sona Launch a New Music Streaming Platform
Influencer Marketing Platforms
Streams Charts Launches the Influencer Marketing Agency MIRAI
Personalized Cartoon Videos
Cameo Launches a Kid-Friendly Personalized Video Service
Branded Smart TVs
Comcast Announced New 'Xumo' Smart TV Features to Compete in Streaming Market
Parental Social Controls
Snapchat Debuts New Parental Controls for Parents Monitoring Their Kids
Pro-Community Social Media Apps
Take Creates Real Life Interactions Through a Social Network
Content Creator Streaming Platforms
The 'Quench' Platform Offers Access to Exclusive Content
Sporty Digital Apparel
Roots & Stadium Live Launched a Digital Experience for Gen Z
Affordable Family TV Services
Vizio Launches the Frndly TV App Across its Vizio Smart TV Lineup
Video Summarization Tools
Nobinge Saves You Time by Condensing Youtube Videos into Quick Summaries
Social E-Commerce Platforms
TikTok is Launching a New E-Commerce Platform for Consumers
Kid-Friendly Streaming Services
Google TV Added Parental Watchlists to its Smart TV Application
Localized Networking Platforms
Presence Connects Users with Like-Minded Individuals Nearby
Creator Content Hubs
TikTok Launches a New World Hub to Help Brands Connect with Audiences
AI-Powered Video Advertisements
YouTube is Utilizing AI to Enhance its Advertising Approaches
Sports Streaming Additions
TSN is Now Available on Roku Streaming Players and Roku TV Models
Versatile Workforce Platforms
Neat Unveils a Large-Scale Expansion with its New App Platform
Short-Form Gaming Video Apps
'FreshCut' is TikTok for Video Games and Gaming News
Social Telegrammed Messaging Features
Instagram's Broadcast Channels Will Soon Launch Globally
Curated Music Discovery Playlists
Spotify Launches the 'Niche Mixes' Music Discovery Feature
Media-Based Music Expansions
DistroKid Users Now Have Access to TikTok Music for Promotion
Niche Interest Social Networks
Spiral Social Was Inspired by Wikipedia Topics
Rhythmic Adorable Streamed Games
Netflix Adds New Games Including Hello Kitty Happiness Parade
All-in-One Telecom Streaming Services
Verizon +Play Offers Access to Over 20 Services
FAST Streaming Channels
WMX Recruits Zype to Launch its First FAST Channels on The Roku Channel
Tween-Targeted Weekly News Shows
Kelsey Russell is the Newest Co-Host of First Stop News
Open-Source Live-Stream Websites
Twitch Competitor Glimesh Launches its Official Mobile App
Streamer-Backed Trivia Games
Netlfix Launches a New Interactive Game Called 'Triviaverse'
Interactive Social App Networks
Substack Adds a New Chat Feature to Encourage Socializing
Private Influencer Social Groups
CNDO Offers Private Social Rooms for Influencers and Their Fans
Live Streaming Blog Features
Tumblr Recruits Livebox for its New Live Streaming Feature
FAST Basketball Streaming Channels
Tubi Launches the New Professional Basketball FAST Channels
Monetized Educational Series
TikTok Series is a New Way for Creators to Share Premium Content
Influencer-Focused Ad Platforms
Pearpop Helps Brands Find Creators to Sponsor in an Easier Way
Streaming Service-Backed Games
YouTube Is Testing Its Online Games Category Called 'Playables'
Streamed Custom Radio Stations
YouTube Music Presents its new Create a Radio Interface
Gamer Organization Apps
Skich Debuts New Features for its Tinder-Style Game Recommendation App
Categorized Podcast Genres
Apple's Podcasts App Launches a New Organized Update Feature
Anime Service-Backed Games
Crunchyroll is Adding Mobile Games to its Subscription-Based Offerings
Tween-Oriented Content Series
Claire's Launches a New Media Partnership with Sony Pictures TV-Kids
AI-Backed Content Discoveries
Cineverse Launches an AI-Powered Movie and TV Show Search Platform
Long-Form Content Social Platforms
X Allows Premium+ Subscribers to Create Long-Form Articles
Minimalist To-Do List Platforms
Snaplists is a Streamlined Solution to Time Management
Platform-Backed Gaming Studios
Netflix is Set to Launch a Gaming Studio in Southern California
Multinational Streaming Service Expansions
Pinterest Officially Brought its TV Service to Canada
Multiview Streaming Platform Services
YouTube TV Adds New Multi-Viewing Features for March Madness
Bite-Sized Gen Z News
Mata.Today Offers Quick Insights for Gen Z to Easily Digest
Branded Streaming TVs
Roku Announces New Smart HDTVs Made Using its Streaming Technology
Versatile Marketing Toolkits
Looper Insights Releases a Digital Marketing Insights Tool
Seamless Media Organization
Funlistr Keeps Recommendations from Friends in One Centralized Place
Access-Promoting Streaming Services
Kinema Debuts a new Watch Now Feature, Prioritizing Filmmakers
In-App Movie Information
IMDb Partners with TikTok to Share Movies and TV to a Wider Audience
Content-Focused Map Features
TuneIn Launches an Immersive Map Feature for Global Content Searches
App-Backed Streaming Bundles
YouTube Debuts the Primetime Channels Feature for German Consumers
Social App-Sourced Tickets
TikTok Launches its New Live Event with Ticket Sales by Tickets.com
Weekly Personalized Music Curation
NewMusic Delivers New Tracks to Your Inbox Every Week
Video-Based Hiring Platforms
The 'GoClip' Social Hiring Platform Lets User Upload Videos
Nordic TV Content Expansions
Viaplay Group Signs a Deal to Add Nordic Content to The Roku Channel
Greeting Card-Branded Streaming Hubs
Peacock's New Hallmark Hub Features Live & On-Demand Content
Personalized Film Apps
Movie Me Helps Individuals Discover New Movies
Social-Platform Live Sport Features
Threads is Rolling Out Live Sports Scores with the NBA
Streaming Service Emoticons
YouTube Introduces Twitch-Like Emotes for Comments and Live Streams
Live Shoppable Streams
CommentSold Introduces a New Shopify Feature for Live Shopping
International D2C Content Platforms
FlixSnip Launches a New Free Direct-to-Consumer Platform
Creator-Focused Messaging Features
Instagram Launches 'Broadcast Channels' for US Creators
Creativity-Focused Online Networks
NOCK is an Online Network for Creatives to Collaborate
Integrated Streamed Sports Platform
Roku Launches a New Sports-Centric Content on the Home Screen
Experiential Streamed Quick Trivia
Netflix to Launch its New Collaborative Triviaverse Experience
Broadcast-Like Social Channels
Meta is Launching New Broadcast Channels to Instagram and More
Gamified AI Quizzes
SnapQuiz Offers a Vast Library of Quizzes with Something for Everyone
Amateur Youth Sports Channels
NBC Sports Next Launches the SportsEngine Play Platform