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Guide 101 · TV & series
TV & Series
Movies, series and television: how do you make sense of it all?
Today, watching a series no longer necessarily means sitting in front of the television at a specific time.
Between:
- streaming;
- live television;
- on-demand content;
- applications;
- multiple platforms;
it is easy to end up with a lot of options.
The easiest place to start is deciding how you like to watch TV.
Step 01
1. I mainly watch movies and series
On-demand streaming platforms are often enough for this type of use.
Well-known examples:
- Netflix;
- Crave;
- Prime Video;
- Disney+;
- Apple TV+.
These platforms have their own catalogues.
You choose what you want to watch and start whenever you want.
Step 02
2. I want to follow shows when they air
Some people still prefer to watch:
- a show when it airs;
- the news;
- a special program;
- a specific channel;
- a live event.
In this case, a LIVE TV over the Internet solution may be more suitable.
It can work with:
- a Smart TV;
- an external box;
- a compatible application;
- an Internet TV service.
Step 03
3. I want both
This is probably the most common situation.
You can easily use:
- one or more movie and series platforms;
- and a LIVE TV solution.
You do not have to get everything from the same service.
Simple example
Someone can use Netflix for certain series and another solution for:
- live television;
- news;
- sports;
- shows broadcast on traditional channels.
Step 04
4. Why do you sometimes need several subscriptions?
Content is now spread across several platforms.
A series available on one platform may be missing from the others.
Catalogues can also change over time depending on distribution rights.
That is why some people end up with:
- Netflix;
- Crave;
- Prime Video;
- Disney+;
- and sometimes other services at the same time.
More subscriptions are not always better
Before adding yet another platform, ask yourself:
What do I actually watch?
If you almost never use a service, you may not need to keep it all year.
Sometimes you can simplify
You do not always need to pile up several platforms to maintain a wide choice of content.
Depending on what you like to watch, your device and the types of services you use, you may be able to reduce the number of subscriptions while still keeping a very appealing selection.
The most important thing is to look at what you actually use and avoid paying for several services that overlap too much.
Tell us what you currently watch and which platforms you use. We can help you understand which options best match your habits.
Step 05
5. How do I know where to watch a series?
The same show may move to another platform or be available differently depending on the country.
For a specific series, check:
- the platform’s official website or application;
- the original broadcaster;
- services available in Canada;
- whether the series is included with the subscription or sold separately.
A more complete search section may be added later.
Step 06
6. What device should I use?
Most major platforms work on several types of devices.
For example:
- Smart TV;
- Android TV / Google TV;
- Apple TV;
- phone;
- tablet;
- computer.
However, exact compatibility always depends on:
- the model;
- the operating system;
- the application.
Step 07
New & returning series
New releases and returning series vary by season, platform and availability in Canada.
Step 08
8. Looking for something specific?
Are you looking for a series or a show, or are you unsure which solution to use with your television?
Conclusion
There is no single way to watch movies, series and television.
Mainly movies and series?
One or more on-demand platforms may be enough.
Live shows and channels?
Also look at LIVE TV over the Internet solutions.
Do you want both?
Simply combine the options that actually fit your habits.