In a surprising change of events, JioHotstar’s upcoming series “Special Ops Season 2” is going to drop all its episodes all at once, on July 11th.
A refreshing change from the frustrating weekly release format it followed with shows like Criminal Justice.
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The platform seems to have taken feedback seriously, especially after viewers voiced their annoyance over the weekly episode drops that killed the engagement.
The weekly release strategy which was created to keep the viewers on their toes seemed to backfired in the OTT area , especially when audiences are more than ready to binge-watch an entire series over the weekend.
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“Criminal Justice”, though critically acclaimed, saw conversational outrages between episodes, with many viewers losing interest mid-season.
With “Special Ops Season 2”, JioHotstar seems to be correcting that mistake, they are not risking anything this thriller has a loyal fan base that has been waiting eagerly for a sequel.
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Giving all the episodes all at once not only gives them control but also the suspense stays intact throughout.
In a market increasingly driven by binge culture, this move could signal a broader strategy shift for JioHotstar, one that prioritises viewers satisfaction other than playing cheap tactics.
