The most important factor in the successful relaunch of All My Children and One Life to Live is their loyal fans. Without them, there would be no relaunch. It is their devotion to these beloved shows that kept the fires burning. The fans' vigilance never let these stories die, even when it seemed impossible that they could be resurrected.
There are many elements that will ultimately factor into their continued success but two that stand out. One is that the shows be available without fee and subscriptions. While many fans will be happy to pay to see the shows, there are many more who simply cannot afford it and would be left behind by a pay-per-view model. The other is the availability of the shows on television, either network or cable. Although the future of the genre is online, on-demand viewing, there is a gap for many fans right now in making that transition. Re-airing the shows on television, even with a time-delay, would only increase revenue and recapture that segment of the audience, further strengthening their chances of success.
What do you think?
Thank you, oh wise one! I agree! We want our shows accessible to all!!
ReplyDeleteI believe that the single most important factor has been, and hopefully will always be, the people. Prior to April 2011, the soap fan community was scattered, to put it mildly, and some of the loyal fans were ignored or otherwise unnaccounted for. But now, almost 2 years later, we finally have a chance to enable the change that we, the people, want to see in the world. And if there is a way to broadcast these two prized and time honored soap operas on television AND online (not one or the other), I'll be damned if I'm not gonna go for it.
ReplyDeleteThis is a time for serious people, Prospect Park, and ABC/Disney, your time has long since ran out. My name is Tom Beavin of Louisville, Kentucky. I am also known as Soap Fan Red 5 and I am still a soap fan!