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‘Wedding Talk’ Series to Debut on Chicken Soup, Crackle Ad-Supported Streaming

Crackle Plus, a Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment operator of advertising-supported video on demand (AVOD) streaming services, Sept. 22 announced the original series “Wedding Talk,” starring hosts Tara Lipinski, Jose Rolon and Jove Meyer, will debut Oct. 13.

“Wedding Talk” will be available exclusively on the Chicken Soup for the Soul and Crackle ad-supported streaming apps, as well as Chicken Soup for the Soul’s free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channel.

Olympic Gold Medalist and Olympic commentator Lipinski pivots from sports to fashion as she discusses all things nuptials with wedding planner José Rolón (New York’s José Rolón Events) and leading wedding designer Jove Meyer (named Top Planner by Harper’s Bazaar, Brides and The Knot) during each 30-minute episode.

The 10-episode series is a deep dive into wedding footage gathered from Love Stories TV. The three hosts dish on the destinations, décor and the dresses, as well as every other element that makes these events momentous. This expert trio isn’t about dragging the newlyweds down the aisle; instead, “Wedding Talk” is a celebration of every ceremony, a discussion of what’s hot and what’s not in the wedding industry today, and inspirational ideas for viewers to create their own dream day.

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“Our viewers are going to fall in love with the romance and emotion of the spectacular weddings featured in Wedding Talk,” Jeff Meier, head of programming for Crackle Plus, said in a statement. “We know the world of weddings is an audience favorite, and we’re excited to introduce viewers to a series that lets them dive in and immerse themselves in these beautiful events with Wedding Talk.”

“We are so excited to launch this series on Crackle and Chicken Soup for the Soul, which we feel is a perfect fit for the show,” Rachel Silver, founder and chief executive officer of Love Stories TV, said in a statement. “The diversity of their audience, as well as a passionate love for wedding content, reflects the variety and inclusiveness of the series and, like the couples we feature, will make for a perfect match.”

Crackle Plus and PetSmart to Launch New Original Makeover Series ‘Pet Caves’

Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment Aug. 29 announced it has partnered with PetSmart to create a 10-episode series about pet owners who will do anything for their furry friends.

“Pet Caves” will stream exclusively on Vizio and Samsung-connected TVs beginning Sept. 1. The series will also be available on demand for free on Sept. 15 via Crackle on CTVs, mobile and tablet devices, as well as at Crackle.com.

The show is hosted by Atlanta-based pet behaviorist Kayla Oliver and celebrity design architect Nina Ferrer (HGTV’s “Design Star” and “Clean House New York”). In each episode, Kayla and Nina visit a PetSmart store to outfit the domicile with all the latest and greatest pet necessities and accessories. Dogs, cats, bunnies and even a bearded dragon all get the white glove treatment to turn their living space into their own private pet paradise.

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“Our partnership with PetSmart perfectly reflects our commitment to provide like-minded brand partners with the opportunity to act as creative collaborators on our quality programming and to pursue unique integrations,” Darren Olive, EVP of national sales and strategy for Crackle Plus, said in a statement. “We continue to double down on bringing a fresh viewing experience to our audience, who are not only savvy consumers but are also interested in the ways in which content can go beyond the screen.”

The series is executive produced by Rasheed J. Daniel of TeamSheed Productions and Michael Winter for Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment. Corey Noll and Lexi Brown serve as co-executive producers, and the series is distributed globally by Screen Media.

“We saw ‘Pet Caves’ as a great opportunity to work with two beloved brands, Chicken Soup for the Soul Studios and PetSmart,” Daniel, principal and executive producer for Teamsheed, said in a statement. “As a black-owned business, we were also attracted to the diversity not only reflected in the show but also the values reflected in both of these esteemed organizations.”

Crackle Plus’ recent releases include the plus-size mountain climber documentary Kili Big, season two of the hit college thriller series “In the Vault”; the exclusive scripted series “Les Norton,” starring Rebel Wilson; the sci-fi series “Salvage Marines,” starring Casper Van Dien; “Inside the Black Box,” hosted by Joe Morton; and the BBC series “Sherlock,” starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. Crackle Plus also recently announced season three of the series “Going From Broke.”

The Crackle Plus and recently acquired Redbox streaming services are currently distributed through more than 140 touchpoints in the United States on platforms including Amazon Fire TV, RokuTV, Apple TV, Smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Vizio), gaming consoles (PS4 and Xbox One), Plex, iOS, and Android mobile devices and on desktops at Crackle.com and Redbox.com, with plans to expand to more than 160 touchpoints.

Crackle Plus Launches FAST Channels on FuboTV

Crackle Plus, a Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment company and an operator of advertising-supported video-on-demand (AVOD) streaming services, has launched its Crackle and Popcornflix FAST channels on FuboTV’s platform in the United States. 

FuboTV’s audience will gain access to the Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment content library, including the college thriller series “In the Vault.” Viewers will also gain access to action shows from Popcornflix such as the feature films Godzilla: King of the Monsters (1956) and Jackie Chan’s Little Big Soldier as well as the two-part limited series Jules Verne’s Mysterious Island. 

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“We are so excited to bring our constantly expanding content offering to FuboTV viewers,” president of Crackle Plus Philippe Guelton said in a statement. “Our advertising and marketing partners will now access new audiences through the launch of the Crackle and Popcornflix FAST channels on FuboTV.”

Other Crackle Plus recent releases include the popular sketch comedy series “Funny Girls”; the exclusive scripted series “Les Norton,” which stars Alexander Bertram and Rebel Wilson; “Inside the Black Box,” hosted by Joe Morton; and the BBC series “Sherlock,” starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. The company also recently announced season three of the series “Going From Broke.”

The Crackle Plus streaming services are currently distributed through 85 touch points in the United States on platforms including Amazon Fire TV, RokuTV, Apple TV, Smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Vizio), gaming consoles (PS4 and Xbox One), Plex, iOS and Android mobile devices and on desktops at Crackle.com.

Crackle Plus Launching Five FAST Channels on TCL Channel

Crackle Plus — a Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment company and an operator of advertising-supported video-on-demand (AVOD) streaming services — has inked an agreement to launch five FAST channels on the TCL Channel free streaming platform in the United States.

Crackle Plus FAST channels include Crackle, Crackle Classics, its newly launched Chicken Soup for the Soul FAST channel, action-fueled network Popcornflix and Truli, its faith and family streaming service.

TCL’s viewers will gain access to the Crackle Plus library with original and exclusive programming from Crackle, including the series “Taboo” and the feature film The Mercy; Crackle Classics’ film and TV series such as the “Laurel and Hardy” and “Little Rascals” libraries; adventure and action-packed shows from Popcornflix, such as the feature Godzilla: King of the Monsters (1956) and the two-part limited series “Jules Verne’s Mysterious Island”; an extensive collection of female-led shows from Chicken Soup for the Soul, including “Smart Home Nation” and “Mothers and Daughters”; and family-friendly and faith-based content from Truli, such as the critically acclaimed Bible series “The Chosen.” 

“We’re thrilled to bring our constantly evolving library of content to TCL viewers since across all five of these different services; there is sure to be something to satisfy everyone,” president of Crackle Plus Philippe Guelton said in a statement. “Enlarging our distribution with TCL also reflects our determination to provide consumers with the best free entertainment with the support of our advertising partners who will be exposed to a completely fresh audience.” 

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“Crackle is a respected brand in the streaming entertainment industry, and we are thrilled to be adding their five channels to TCL’s robust lineup,” Rebecca Wan of FFalcon, responsible for the global operation of TCL Smart Screens, said in a statement. “TCL is committed to the free streaming space, and we continue to provide value to our audience by partnering with stellar brands like Crackle to deliver our customers top-shelf free content.” 

Crackle Plus’ recent releases include the exclusive scripted series “Les Norton,” which stars Alexander Bertram and Rebel Wilson; the suspense thriller Blast; “Inside the Black Box,” hosted by Joe Morton; the thriller series “In the Vault”; and the award-winning BBC series “Sherlock,” starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. Crackle Plus also recently announced season three of the series “Going From Broke.”

Crackle Plus Extends Relationship With iSpot.tv to Measure CTV Reach Efficiency

Crackle Plus July 6 announced that it has renewed its relationship with iSpot.tv through 2023 to better gauge brand recognition across the ad-supported streaming VOD platform.

Helping advertisers better measure the reach of Crackle Plus’ footprint across the connected TV landscape, iSpot.tv will continue to provide its “unified measurement” software to third-party brands working with Crackle Plus. This year, the streaming service will use iSpot to measure the targeted reach and frequency for Crackle Plus campaigns. The measurement company will also provide support for select programmatic direct campaigns.

“We look forward to our continued collaboration with iSpot.tv to identify new strategies for optimizing campaigns targeted towards specific audiences,” Darren Olive, EVP national advertising sales and strategy for Crackle Plus, said in a statement.

Measurement company iSpot currently works with more than 300 streaming publishers, 500 brands, ad delivery platforms and 95% of TV networks in North America. The company’s measurement platform is providing alternative currency initiatives for NBCUniversal and is conducting currency pilots with major media companies.

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Crackle Plus’ recent releases include exclusive scripted series “Les Norton,” which stars Alexander Bertram and Rebel Wilson, “Inside the Black Box,” hosted by Joe Morton, the thriller series “In the Vault,” sketch comedy series “Funny Girls,” and the BBC series “Sherlock,” starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. They also recently announced season three of the award-winning series “Going From Broke.”

The Crackle Plus streaming services are currently distributed in the U.S. on platforms such as Amazon FireTV, RokuTV and Apple TV, Smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Vizio), gaming consoles (PS4 and Xbox One), Plex, iOS and Android mobile devices, and on desktops at Crackle.com, with previously announced plans to expand to over 110 touch points. Crackle is also available in approximately 500,000 hotel rooms in the Marriott Bonvoy chain.

AVOD Service Crackle Plus Announces June Lineup

Crackle Plus, a Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment company and operator of advertising-supported video-on-demand (AVOD) streaming services, announced content planned for June.

New Crackle AVOD Exclusives in June include:

  • “A Life In 10 Pictures #1 — Freddy Mercury,” in which Freddie Mercury, lead singer of Queen, one of the most iconic bands in rock and roll history, reveals his life in ten pictures, from iconic shots to private snaps;
  • “In the Vault — Season One,” in which freshman Liv Steele (Claudia Lee) arrives at Woodlawn College excited for a fresh start, but will her past catch up with her?; and
  • “Hollywood Bulldogs: The Rise and Falls of the Great British Stuntman,” which tells the story of the small community of British stunt performers who went on to dominate Hollywood in the 1970s and 1980s.

 

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In addition to access to four seasons of “Sherlock,” Crackle Plus is offering new series from the BBC library every month. This month’s lineup includes:

  • “Ivanhoe,” a miniseries in which young Saxon knight returns to England from fighting in the Crusades to find he had been disinherited by his father, his childhood sweetheart has been betrothed to another man and the country is in the midst of an uprising;
  • “Jane Eyre,” a TV series about a young governess who falls in love with her brooding and complex master; and
  • Byron, a feature film about the famous poet starring Jonny Lee Miller.

 

New channels coming to Crackle in June include:

  • Celebrating Pride, including Wedding Wars (John Stamos, Eric Dane), Breakfast on Pluto (Cillian Murphy, Liam Neeson), the Crackle original reality series “Men of West Hollywood” (Justin Jedlica, Brennen Taylor) and Two Mothers for Zachary (Valerie Bertinelli, Vanessa Redgrave);
  • Prehistoric Beasts, featuring “Dinotopia” (Katie Carr, Wentworth Miller), The Lost World (Bob Hoskins, Peter Falk), Behemoth (Ed Quinn, Pascale Hutton) and Godzilla vs Destoroyah (Megumi Odaka, Yōko Ishino);
  • Ways of the West, featuring Western titles like “Bonanza” (Michael Landon, Dan Blocker), The Shadow Riders (Sam Elliott, Tom Selleck), “The Outcasts” (Otis Young, Don Murray) and The Man from Laramie (James Stewart, Cathy O’Donnell);
  • Crimes and Capers, featuring Law Abiding Citizen (Gerard Butler, Jamie Foxx), Killing Them Softly (Brad Pitt, James Gandolfini), American Animals (Evan Peters, Barry Keoghan) and Midnight Express (Brad Davis, John Hurt); and
  • The Sixties, featuring “The Flying Nun” (Sally Field, Alejandro Rey), To Sir, with Love (Sidney Poitier, Lulu), Under the Yum-Yum Tree (Jack Lemmon, Carol Lynley) and Bye Bye Birdie (Dick Van Dyke, Ann-Margret).

 

New to Crackle Spotlight in June are Harry Styles: Live in Manchester, The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3, Peggy Sue Got Married, Edge of Tomorrow, Scream 4, the Canadian sketch comedy series “The Kids in the Hall,” the TV series “Hardcastle and McCormick,” Hannibal Rising, Judy (Renee Zellweger), Hunt for the Wilderpeople, The Man from Laramie and Behind the Moment.

The Crackle Plus streaming services are currently distributed through 70 touch points in the United States on platforms including Amazon FireTV, RokuTV, Apple TV, Smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Vizio), gaming consoles (PS4 and Xbox One), Plex, iOS and Android mobile devices and on desktops at Crackle.com, with previously announced plans to expand to over 90 touch points.

Crackle Plus Adds Five FAST Channels to Byron Allen’s Media Company

Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment’s ad-supported video platform Crackle Plus May 24 announced plans to launch five FAST channels on Local Now, media entrepreneur Byron Allen’s free streaming platform for local news and entertainment. Crackle Plus FAST channels include Crackle, Crackle Classics, Popcornflix and Truli, a faith and family streaming service.

Original and exclusive programming from Crackle include the series “Taboo” and the feature film The Mercy; Crackle Classics’ film and TV series such as Laurel and Hardy and Little Rascals libraries; Popcornflix’s 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea and the two-part limited series Jules Verne’s Mysterious Island; a collection of female-led shows, including “Smart Home Nation” and “Mothers and Daughters”; and the family-friendly Bible series “The Chosen.”

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“Expanding our distribution with Local Now … reflects our commitment to providing consumers with high quality, entertaining content for free with the support of advertisers who can now reach a brand-new audience,” Philippe Guelton, president of Crackle Plus, said in a statement.

The Crackle Plus streaming services are currently distributed through 70 touchpoints in the U.S. on platforms, including Amazon FireTV, RokuTV, Apple TV, Smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Vizio), gaming consoles (PS4 and Xbox One), Plex, iOS and Android mobile devices and on desktops at Crackle.com. Crackle is also available in about 500,000 hotel rooms in the Marriott Bonvoy chain.

Crackle Plus’ recent releases include the exclusive scripted series “Les Norton,” which stars Alexander Bertram and Rebel Wilson, Tia Mowery’s “Comfort Kitchen,” suspense thriller “Blast,” “Inside the Black Box,” hosted by Joe Morton and the BBC series “Sherlock,” starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. Crackle also recently announced season three of Ashton Kutcher’s award-winning series “Going From Broke.”

Local Now offers more than 450 free streaming channels, including a Local Now channel in every DMA in the country, as well as more than 14,000 movies, TV shows, and documentaries. The Local Now app is available on Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Xfinity, Vizio, Samsung, Android and iOS devices.

Analyst: New Redbox Owner Likely to Combine Digital Properties Under Redbox Banner

Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment’s acquisition of Redbox Entertainment finds an established ad-supported streaming service, Crackle Plus, joining forces with Redbox TV, the venerable DVD kiosk rental brand’s upstart streaming video app.

Chicken Soup in 2019 acquired majority ownership in the erstwhile Sony Crackle streaming service from Sony Pictures Television. The company then bought out Sony’s remaining stake in 2020. As of January 2022, Crackle had about 40 million monthly active users.

Last July, Redbox TV reportedly had about 1 million monthly users since its 2020 launch, while the app has been downloaded more than 43 million times.

With Chicken Soup assuming the combined companies’ Wall Street name and ticker presence, Michael Pachter, media analyst with Wedbush Securities in Los Angeles, believes the new owner will combine the companies’ digital properties under the Redbox banner, not Crackle.

Pachter speculates Redbox CEO Galen Smith will continue to run the company’s legacy kiosk business, which cites about 38,000 retail locations nationwide and 40 million loyalty customers.

“They probably want Galen to run the physical business, and they can use the [Redbox] digital channels to augment their other offerings,” Pachter said in an email. “I wouldn’t be surprised if they merge Crackle into Redbox and keep the Redbox name, but no idea right now what they are doing.”

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Chicken Soup for the Soul AVOD Streaming App Added to Vizio Service

The Chicken Soup for the Soul AVOD streaming service application has been added to the Vizio service, Crackle Plus, a Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment company, announced.

The streaming service will offer three thousand hours of at launch, including exclusive programming from Chicken Soup for the Soul original series such as “Smart Home Nation.”

“Vizio is pleased to launch the Chicken Soup for the Soul app and offer our audience titles from such a beloved brand,” Katherine Pond, VP of business development for Vizio, said in a statement. “Bringing the feel-good content that Chicken Soup for the Soul is known for to Vizio audiences is another way that we can deliver on our promise to offer entertainment that viewers know and love.”

“We are excited to bring the Chicken Soup for the Soul AVOD service to millions of Vizio viewers,” Philippe Guelton, president of Crackle Plus, said in a statement. “We plan to provide a unique blend of entertainment from content and distribution partners who share our vision.”

The Chicken Soup for the Soul streaming service will provide entertainment stories that range from mysteries to miracles, comedy to true crime, the royal family to romcoms in the form of lifestyle programming, original scripted movies, Hollywood blockbusters and classic TV series, according to a Crackle Plus release.

Also now available on Chicken Soup for the Soul is programming from Kin, which has celebrity-driven lifestyle programming. It includes 18 exclusive episodes of “Tia Mowry’s Quick Fix,” and 12 episodes of “All Things Adrienne” (Adrienne Houghton) as well as other series with more fresh content arriving in the coming months.

Chicken Soup for the Soul originals and AVOD exclusives available at launch include:

  • “Smart Home Nation” (original), produced by Efran Films in association with Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment and Parkside Entertainment, and hosted by Tanya Memme, explores smart houses on planet Earth. From ‘A’-list mansions with security systems that can recognize your face from down the block to heated backyards that allow you to swim outside while it’s snowing, the series highlights experimental tech havens that would look right at home in “The Jetsons.”
  • Senior Moment (exclusive), a romantic comedy-drama film directed by Giorgio Serafini and starring William Shatner, Jean Smart and Christopher Lloyd. The film follows Victor Martin (Shatner), a retired NASA test pilot, after he loses his license from drag racing his vintage convertible around Palm Springs. Forced to take public transportation, he meets Caroline (Smart) and learns to navigate love and life again.
  • “Vacation Rental Potential” (original) follows designer and real estate expert Holly Baker as she explores beautiful vacation rental properties across the United States, helping clients maximize their earning potential.
  • Off the Rails (exclusive) is Kelly Preston’s final film, with Jenny Seagrove, Sally Philipps, Andrea Corr and Judi Dench about a group of 50-something women on a European vacation who have a change of itinerary when a teenager (Elizabeth Dormer-Phillips) joins their plans.
  • Hope Gap (exclusive), starring Annette Benning, Bill Nighy, and Josh O’Connor, follows two parents’ visit with their son that takes a dramatic turn when dad reveals he’s leaving his wife.
  • Thanks for the Memories (exclusive), a romantic comedy two-part limited series with Tamzin Merchant, Tom Wlaschiha, and Bekka Bowling, tells the tale of a woman (Merchant) who, after receiving a blood transfusion, finds she now has memories that aren’t her own.

 

“For years Chicken Soup for the Soul has been the go-to destination for those looking to find comfort, enlightenment, humor and inspiration,” Amy Newmark, author, editor-in-chief and publisher of the Chicken Soup for the Soul self-help book series, said in a statement. “With our new AVOD streaming service we are thrilled to now have a home for the exciting video content that we have been creating for years. We look forward to producing new series that will help us better serve our audience and change the world one story at a time.”

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The VOD app launch on Vizio follows Chicken Soup for the Soul’s recent FAST channel launches on Vizio’s free streaming service, WatchFree+, as well as Plex, FreeCast, Redbox, LG Channels, Stirr and Xumo.

Crackle Plus streaming services are currently distributed through 60 touch points in the United States, including Amazon FireTV, RokuTV, Apple TV, smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Vizio), gaming consoles (PS4 and XBoxOne), Plex, iOS and Android mobile devices, and on desktops at Crackle.com. Crackle is also available in approximately 500,000 hotel rooms in the Marriott Bonvoy chain.

Upcoming Chicken Soup for the Soul AVOD Service Inks Content Deals

Crackle Plus, a Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment company and an operator of ad-supported video-on-demand (AVOD) networks, has inked two content deals for the upcoming launch of its ad-supported streaming service Chicken Soup for the Soul.

The company has signed agreements with entertainment company Kin, a leader in celebrity-driven lifestyle programming for diverse women’s audiences, and Reel One Entertainment, which specializes in scripted dramas, to deliver original exclusive programming to the streaming service.

Additionally, the upcoming streaming platform will exclusively feature Chicken Soup for the Soul Originals as well as content from the Sonar Library.

“When we planned the launch of the Chicken Soup for the Soul AVOD streaming service, we set the bar very high,” Jeff Meier, head of programming for Crackle Plus, said in a statement. “We’ve exceeded our own expectations and are excited to be launching with a robust slate that features lifestyle TV staples, fan-favorite personalities, and engaging movies and originals our target audience will be sure to love.”

Kin, a leader in celebrity-driven lifestyle programming appealing to young women of all backgrounds, will be providing hundreds of hours of lifestyle content on an AVOD exclusive basis including new original episodes of their series “Comfort Kitchen,” hosted by Tia Mowry (“Sister, Sister” and “Family Reunion”), who will take viewers into her kitchen, teaching them to make her favorite home-cooked recipes, with celebrity guests pitching in to chop, stir and taste.

“Tia Mowry’s ‘Comfort Kitchen’ is the perfect series to launch Kin’s partnership with Chicken Soup for the Soul,” Kin CEO Michael Wayne said in a statement. “The combination of a world-class talent like Tia and Kin’s premium lifestyle programming will help build meaningful audiences for Chicken Soup’s new AVOD offering.”

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Chicken Soup for the Soul will also feature original movies from Reel One Entertainment, a global distribution company that specializes in scripted dramatic content. The original titles will be released once per month and will be the first of a series of additional original scripted shows to be announced. Titles from Reel One Entertainment will include For the Love of Chocolate, Love Afloat, A Priceless Love, A Slice of Chicago Romance, Love for Starters, A Bouquet of Love, Love Map, A Snapshot of Forever, Love Amongst the Stars, The Beauty of Love, Love at the Ranch and Love in Full Swing.

“The team from Reel One is enthusiastic to be working with the Chicken Soup for the Soul streaming service,” Tom Berry, CEO of Reel One Entertainment, said in a statement. “Their vibrantly loyal audience is a perfect fit for the fun and romantic themes our titles will represent as original content on their network. We’re so excited to play a part in the historic launch of this entertainment destination.”

Also premiering on the streaming service will be the newest Chicken Soup for the Soul Original, “Smart Home Nation,” produced by Efran Films in association with Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment and Parkside Entertainment and hosted by Tanya Memme. Additionally, Chicken Soup for the Soul Originals — including “Hidden Heroes,” “Animal Tales,” “The New Americans,” “Project Dad,” and “Going From Broke,” executive produced with Ashton Kutcher — will be available exclusively on the streaming service.

The service will also offer classic series and movies from the Sonar library, such as Mothers and Daughters (Susan Sarandon, Sharon Stone, Courteney Cox, Christina Ricci, Selma Blair, Mira Sorvino), Morning Glory (Christopher Reeve, Deborah Raffin) and My Boyfriend’s Back (Sandy Duncan, Jill Eikenberry, Judith Light). This library came to the company through the acquisition of Sonar Entertainment in April 2021 and brought more than 1,400 hours of content composed of more than 600 titles with 268 Emmy and 16 Golden Globe wins.

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“The programming coming from Kin, Reel One and our Sonar library are great examples of the type of content fans can expect to see on Chicken Soup for the Soul’s streaming service,” Philippe Guelton, president of Crackle Plus, said in a statement. “We’ve already started introducing the brand as a FAST channel and we’re launching a branded Chicken Soup ‘tray’ on Crackle, to give fans easy access to the content as it rolls out wide with additional partners over the next few months.”

The Chicken Soup for the Soul streaming service is currently available as a FAST channel on Plex, FreeCast, Redbox, LG Channels, Stirr, Xumo and Vizio’s free streaming service WatchFree+.