The first French horror movie platform
Shadowz is a subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) service that’s 100% thrilling, designed for fans of genre cinema: created by enthusiasts, for enthusiasts! Published by VOD Factory, Shadowz offers fans a selection of high-quality films—great classics, masterpieces, cult favorites, hidden gems, and recent hits—that were previously hard to find online.
“From the project’s announcement through its launch, the public response to Shadowz has been excellent. This confirms that there is a real place in the entertainment market for niche SVOD offerings aimed at an audience of enthusiasts.”
Julien Vin Ramarony, CEO of VOD Factory and publisher of Shadowz
Crowdfunding as a pre-launch tool
To gauge fan interest and raise awareness of the project, a crowdfunding campaign was launched a few months before the launch of Shadowz. With several hundred contributors, the campaign exceeded its goal by more than 300% and sold nearly a thousand pre-subscriptions, ensuring the site’s launch to an already engaged and enthusiastic community.
Support from industry specialists
From its conception through its release, Shadowz has consistently enjoyed the support of industry professionals: film critics, directors, and influencers have all praised the initiative. Genre films are often still underrepresented in France, particularly on mainstream streaming platforms, and before Shadowz , it was virtually impossible to find a rich selection offering a high-quality overview of the genre.
The importance of hyperdistribution
Originally launched as a responsive website, Shadowz it plans to rapidly accelerate its development and expand its accessibility. The platform, which is based on technology Otto VOD Factory, it is available as iOS and Android apps. The distribution network at VOD Factory enables the Service to be accessible on Orange TV and Amazon Prime Video. The platform plans to rapidly expand its distribution to other providers, gaming consoles, and OTT platforms.
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