VIZIO Expands WatchFree+ Library with Additional Premium On Demand Titles

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VIZIO (NYSE: VZIO) has expanded its free streaming service, WatchFree+, adding over 5,000 ad-supported titles from more than 17 studios, including Disney, Sony, and Warner Bros. Users can now access a diverse selection of movies and TV shows without subscriptions. The service features over 240 live ad-supported channels, enhancing viewers' options for on-demand entertainment. VIZIO’s commitment to providing free content aims to attract new audiences while offering advertisers a robust platform to connect with viewers.

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• Expansion of WatchFree+ to over 5,000 ad-supported titles
• Inclusion of popular content from Disney, Sony, and Warner Bros.
• Access to over 240 live ad-supported channels
• Increased entertainment options for users enhances viewer engagement

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More Popular TV Shows and Movies from Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution, Sony Pictures and Warner Bros. Added to Line-up

IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Continuing its commitment to make entertainment available to everyone, VIZIO (NYSE: VZIO) has expanded its slate of free, on demand entertainment available on WatchFree+ to include TV shows and movies from more than 17 studios on VIZIO’s free streaming service. WatchFree+ now offers more than 5,000 ad-supported titles for millions of WatchFree+ fans to discover, as well as over 240 free streaming channels.

VIZIO Expands WatchFree+ Library with Additional Premium On Demand Titles (Photo: Business Wire)

VIZIO users can stream popular movies and TV shows on demand from studios including Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution (Need for Speed); Sony Pictures (Death at a Funeral and Guess Who); and Warner Bros. (Gossip, Pay it Forward, Knockaround Guys and Veronica Mars).

“We are excited to broaden our content offering, which now also includes a selection of Warner Bros. titles to the WatchFree+ family for our users to enjoy for free,” said Katherine Pond, Vice President of Business Development at VIZIO. “Following the addition of ad-supported on demand content last November, the team has expanded the entertainment options at an accelerated pace to provide consumers with access to a massive free library of content that they can enjoy as a part of owning a VIZIO TV.”

In just a few short months, VIZIO expanded its entertainment library to more than 5,000 on demand movies, TV shows and VIZIO exclusives on its WatchFree+ service. Programming is available across genres including action, romance, comedy, family entertainment, crime and more — giving VIZIO users content to watch and enjoy anytime and providing access to new audiences for advertisers and agencies​​.

Availability

With WatchFree+, VIZIO audiences can stream it all, with access to hundreds of live ad-supported channels and thousands of on demand movies and shows – all free and no subscription or logins needed. Visit https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus to learn more.

About VIZIO

Founded and headquartered in Orange County, California, our mission at VIZIO Holding Corp. (NYSE: VZIO) is to deliver immersive entertainment and compelling lifestyle enhancements that make our products the center of the connected home. We are driving the future of televisions through our integrated platform of cutting-edge Smart TVs and powerful operating system. We also offer a portfolio of innovative sound bars that deliver consumers an elevated audio experience. Our platform gives content providers more ways to distribute their content and advertisers more tools to connect with the right audience.

For more information, visit VIZIO.com and follow VIZIO on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

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Press Contact for VIZIO

Jodie McAfee

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Source: VIZIO Holding Corp

FAQ

What new content has VIZIO added to WatchFree+?

VIZIO has added over 5,000 ad-supported titles, including movies and TV shows from Disney, Sony, and Warner Bros.

How many channels are available on VIZIO's WatchFree+?

WatchFree+ offers over 240 live ad-supported channels.

What is the significance of VIZIO's expansion of WatchFree+?

The expansion broadens content offerings, attracting new audiences and providing advertisers a platform to connect with viewers.

When did VIZIO expand its WatchFree+ content library?

VIZIO announced the expansion of its WatchFree+ library in April 2023.

What is VIZIO's strategy with its WatchFree+ service?

VIZIO aims to make entertainment accessible for everyone, increasing viewer engagement and ad revenue through a diverse content library.