economy
January 2, 2026
Where people got their entertainment in 2025
Entertainment consumption continues to rise to historic highs, and media companies have seen massive merger deals in 2025 that have only increased the value of these platforms. Based on recent polling, people are indulging in the comfort of their private homes more often than seeking it on the big screen.
TL;DR
- Entertainment consumption has risen to historic highs.
- Media companies have seen massive merger deals in 2025.
- Netflix acquired Warner Bros. Discovery in December.
- The deal will merge HBO with Netflix, potentially reducing competition.
- 83% of U.S. adults use streaming services, according to an April 2025 Pew Research Center poll.
- Over half of streaming service users only stream their entertainment.
- Ninety-two percent of Americans aged 30 to 64 use streaming services.
- More U.S. adults chose to stream a movie at home rather than going to a theater monthly in 2025.
- Netflix was the most popular streaming service in 2025 with over 300 million subscribers.
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