Television
Binge-Watching
Watching multiple episodes of a TV series in one sitting.
Cable TV
Television delivered through coaxial cables, typically with a monthly subscription.
Cliffhanger
A suspenseful ending to an episode designed to keep the audience wanting more.
Episode
A single segment or installment of a television series.
Genre
A category of TV programming based on its style or subject matter (e.g., drama, comedy, thriller).
HBO Max
A streaming service offering content from HBO and Warner Bros., including original series and movies.
Hulu
A streaming platform known for offering next-day TV episodes, original content, and movies.
Miniseries
A television program that tells a story in a limited number of episodes, often 4 to 10.
Network
A television broadcasting company that distributes shows to affiliated stations (e.g., NBC, CBS).
Netflix
A major streaming service offering original TV shows, films, and licensed content.
Pilot
The first episode of a TV series, used to gauge interest and determine if a full season will follow.
Reality TV
A genre of programming featuring unscripted situations, often involving real people.
Season
A set of episodes of a TV series released within a certain time frame (e.g., Season 1, Season 2).
Showrunner
The person responsible for the overall creative direction and production of a TV series.
Streaming
Watching content in real time over the internet without downloading it.
Syndication
The sale of TV episodes to multiple stations or platforms, often after the original broadcast.
TV Rating
A classification system indicating the appropriate audience for a show based on its content.
TV Reviews
Critiques and analyses of TV shows, often published online or in media outlets.
Viewer Demographics
Data about the age, gender, and preferences of people watching a particular show or network.
Web Series
A series of scripted or non-scripted videos released online, often independently produced.
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