When To Stream’s Weekly Tracking Report
Welcome to When To Stream’s Weekly Tracking Report. Every Friday, we’ll break down the film titles whose first window streaming premieres are still not confirmed. This column will not examine second window SVOD premieres, though we’ll obviously still be tracking and reporting those.
One note: There are hundreds of new films every year, and we’re not able to track or highlight every single one. For now, we concentrate on major studio and indie distributor releases. If there are titles you’d like us to track, let us know in the comments. We’ll do our best to follow up, but might not have the bandwidth to spotlight fully.
Here are the film titles (in order of theatrical release) we are currently tracking:
Theatrical Release Date: July 28, 2023
Tracking: Reports indicate a Blu-ray release date in Japan is set for 2/28/24, so there’s hope a US release date is concurrent. We’re sticking with our estimate for now.
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD Estimate: February/March 2024
Theatrical Release Date: September 22, 2023
Tracking: With no announcement and no pre-order listing, it’s looking like a first quarter 2024 launch. It is a re-issue, so it’s possible A24 skips a PVOD release and jumps right to an SVOD premiere, maybe as part of their Max partnership. Last week saw A24 announce a Stop Making Sense tribute album, and this week they announced the film would be returning to theaters. Doesn’t look like a streaming release is coming anytime soon, we’re pushing back our estimate.
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD/SVOD Estimate: March 2024
Theatrical Release Date: October 4, 2023
Tracking: Still no announcement from Sony Pictures Classics, and no pre-order available. The film was short-listed for the Best Live-Action Short Oscar, so SPC could be waiting for a possible nomination to release to streaming. We’re pushing back our estimate a bit.
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD Estimate: February 2024
Theatrical Release Date: October 27, 2023
Tracking: Angel Studios launched the title on their streaming platform on 12/11, which makes it available to their ‘Angel Investors.’ Still no announcement or pre-order available. We anticipate a release next week, but still don’t feel comfortable calling it 100% confirmed.
Pre-Order Availability: No
VOD Estimate: January 26, 2024
Theatrical Release Date: November 3, 2023
Tracking: An SVOD premiere date on the Spanish-language streaming service ViX has been announced for January 26th. No word yet if they’ll do a day-and-date digital release, but for now, we’re including it as part of our estimate.
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD Estimate: January 26th, 2024
ORLANDO, MY POLITICAL BIOGRAPHY
Theatrical Release Date: November 10, 2023
Tracking: Janus keeps their films exclusively in theaters between 3 and 4 months. Criterion Channel released their programming highlights for February last week, and Orlando was not included. That’s not unusual, as they often hold their premiere announcements until closer to launch date. Holding on our estimate for now.
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD/SVOD Estimate: Late February/Early March 2024 (Criterion Channel)
Theatrical Release Date: November 10, 2023
Tracking: A Still Small Voice is being distributed by Abramorama Films, whose digital releases are all over the map. The film was short-listed for the Best Documentary Feature Oscar. Look for it to get fast-tracked to PVOD if it gets nominated.
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD Estimate: Late January 2024
Theatrical Release Date: November 22, 2023
Tracking: The latest epic documentary from Frederick Wiseman will slowly roll-out in theaters through the winter. Like his other films, this one will not be distributed through traditional digital or VOD platforms. We’re actually thinking this one might show up on PBS before it reaches Kanopy.
Pre-Order Availability: No
SVOD Estimate: Mid 2024 (PBS)
Theatrical Release Date: December 1, 2023
Tracking: This week, Toho International announced a one-week remastered black-and-white version of the film would be released in theaters starting 1/26. The engagement is one-week only, with both the color and b/w versions ending their theatrical runs on 2/1. We hope this means a streaming release date announcement is imminent, but Toho has a reputation for holding back their releases for a long time. Still, the film was such a monster hit, it would be unusual not to try to maximize revenue while it’s still top of mind. And maybe it’ll get a surprise Best Visual Effects Oscar nomination on Tuesday?
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD Estimate: Late February 2024
RENAISSANCE: A FILM BY BEYONCE
Theatrical Release Date: December 1, 2023
Tracking: With Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour announcing a PVOD debut after a 60-day theatrical window, we have a bit of a template for AMC Theaters’s distribution arm. We’re thinking Queen Bey got the same deal. Hoping for some news in the next week or two.
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD Estimate: Early February 2024
Theatrical Release Date: December 1, 2023
Tracking: Angel Studios has made The Shift available on their streaming platform, but only for their ‘Angel Investors.’ We should have a better idea of PVOD availability when we get a launch date for their earlier release, After Death.
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD Estimate: Early February 2024
Theatrical Release Date: December 8, 2023
Tracking: Wim Wenders’ first of two film this winter (PERFECT DAYS will come in February 2024) is best experienced in 3D. Janus Films will likely keep this in theaters as long as they can, as they should. We don’t expect any sort of streaming release until Spring 2024.
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD/SVOD Estimate: Mid March 2024 (Criterion Channel)
Theatrical Release Date: December 8, 2023
Tracking: Although it’s was screening in limited release for a few weeks, we’re treating 12/8 as its proper release date. As with most GKIDS releases, it’s likely to have a long theatrical-exclusive window. The film did become available for pre-order on iTunes, so there’s hope an earlier launch is planned. We’ve adjusted our estimate a bit to reflect.
Pre-Order Availability: Yes ($19.99)
PVOD Estimate: Late February/Early March 2024
Theatrical Release Date: December 8, 2023
Tracking: In anticipation of multiple Oscar nominations on Tuesday, Searchlight is finally going wide-ish (~1400 screens) this weekend. We’ll see if awards heat translates to box-office revenue. If it hangs in there and gets some momentum, we might push back our estimate. For now, we’re keeping it as is.
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD Estimate: Late February 2024
Theatrical Release Date: December 15, 2023
Tracking: Wonka was the top choice for moviegoers over the holidays, and it continues to pull in audiences. The film is available for pre-order with select digital retailers (Amazon, iTunes), and it’s priced for PVOD ($24.99). For now, we’re holding on our estimate.
Pre-Order Availability: Yes ($24.99)
PVOD Estimate: Late January/Early February 2024
Theatrical Release Date: December 15, 2023
Tracking: Adding another 225 screens this weekend (total: 850), we’ll see if American Fiction can snag some Oscar nominations and pull a wider audience in theaters. Amazon MGM has shown some patience with this title, so we’re pushing back our estimate a bit.
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD Estimate: Late February 2024
Theatrical Release Date: December 15, 2023
Tracking: Expanding to more cities every week, we think A24 will be in it for the long haul. Oscar nominations are likely, and the indie has shown patience with even their smallest titles. This one will take its sweet time to get to streaming.
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD Estimate: Late February/Early March 2024
Theatrical Release Date: December 22, 2023
Tracking: Searchlight Pictures is rolling this out slowly. It adds 175 screens this weekend, for a total of 295. The film’s Oscar prospects look a little shaky, so a wider release is feeling less and less likely. Holding on our estimate for now.
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD Estimate: Early March 2024
Theatrical Release Date: December 22, 2023
Tracking: We had quite a journey last week with this title. We’re happy Sony is giving the film a chance to thrive theatrically, as it’s been a long time since we’ve had a break out rom-com. Holding on our original estimate for now.
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD Estimate: Early/Mid February 2024
Theatrical Release Date: December 22, 2023
Tracking: A PVOD date of 1/23 has been announced.
Pre-Order Availability: Yes ($24.99)
Theatrical Release Date: December 22, 2023
Tracking: Sony Pictures Classics is finally taking this title semi-wide this weekend, though we don’t foresee any Oscar nominations in its future. We also don’t think SPC will fast track it to PVOD, so we’re sticking to our estimate for now.
Pre-Order Availability: No
VOD Estimate: Late March 2024
Theatrical Release Date: December 22, 2023
Tracking: A24’s family wrestling drama is one of A24’s top performing tiles of 2023. Word of mouth is positive, so here’s hoping it’s able to maintain its theater count for a few more weeks. Still no pre-order available, so for now, we’re sticking with our estimate.
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD Estimate: Late February 2024
Theatrical Release Date: December 22, 2023
Tracking: The film’s expansion last weekend came and went with very little fanfare. Unless it surprises with an Oscar nomination or two on Tuesday, look for a streaming announcement in the next few weeks.
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD Estimate: Early February 2024
Theatrical Release Date: December 22, 2023
Tracking: A PVOD date of 1/23 is expected.
Pre-Order Availability: Yes ($29.99)
Theatrical Release Date: December 25, 2023
Tracking: Though NEON has yet to announce or confirm, we expect it to hit PVOD on 1/23/24. Again, lots of shifting in the marketplace. Like all titles, dates are subject to change.
Pre-Order Availability: Yes ($24.99)
Theatrical Release Date: December 25, 2023
Tracking: Steve McQueen’s 4-hour documentary hasn’t received much attention from awards bodies, and A24 has yet to report any grosses from its limited opening. We’re thinking the distributor will take its time rolling it out nationally, so no digital or PVOD date anytime soon. In fact, it might be a good candidate for a premiere on HBO/Max in the coming months. We’ll see.
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD Estimate: March 2024
Theatrical Release Date: December 25, 2023
Tracking: Sony Pictures Classics will roll this out slowly and hope it gets a Best International Feature Oscar nomination. Even if it doesn’t, the distributor will likely stick to its usual 90-day theatrical window.
Pre-Order Availability: No
VOD Estimate: Late March 2024
Theatrical Release Date: January 5, 2024
Tracking: A PVOD date of 1/23 is expected.
Pre-Order Availability: Yes ($29.99)
Theatrical Release Date: January 12, 2024
Tracking: This Jason Statham actioner did very well over its opening weekend, we’ll see how strongly it holds this next week. We’re still estimating MGM Amazon will go for a quick PVOD turnaround, with a window similar to last year’s GUY RITCHIE’S THE COVENANT.
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD Estimate: January 30, 2024
Theatrical Release Date: January 12, 2024
Tracking: Sony’s satirical biblical comedy/drama did very little business in its wide release last weekend. We’re anticipating a quick pivot to PVOD, and expect an announcement in the next week or two.
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD Estimate: January 30, 2024
Theatrical Release Date: January 12, 2024
Tracking: Paramount’s musical comedy was a big hit in theaters over last weekend. Still, the studio has been very consistent with its non-Tom Cruise titles, sticking to a 30-day theatrical window. We have no reason to think that strategy will change for Mean Girls.
Pre-Order Availability: Yes ($24.99)
PVOD Estimate: February 13, 2024
Theatrical Release Date: January 12, 2024
Tracking: Chile’s entry for the Best International Feature Oscar was not short listed, but we’re still anticipating MUBI will give the film a proper two month theatrical window. Look for it to hit SVOD in mid-March.
Pre-Order Availability: No
SVOD Estimate: Mid March 2024 (MUBI US)
Theatrical Release Date: January 19, 2024
Tracking: A PVOD date of 2/6/24 has been announced.
Pre-Order Availability: Yes ($24.99)
Theatrical Release Date: January 19, 2024
Tracking: Distributor Dark Sky Films is handling this one, and their films usually have a quick pivot to VOD/EST. We’re estimating a short window.
Pre-Order Availability: No
PVOD Estimate: Early February 2024
Theatrical Release Date: January 19, 2024
Tracking: Bleecker Street is taking this wide this weekend, which is smart. The competition is light, the reviews have been decent, and the film looks entertaining. It’s not likely to top the box-office, but it should position itself nicely for a profitable PVOD run.
Pre-Order Availability: Yes ($24.99)
PVOD Estimate: Early February 2024
INSIDE THE YELLOW COCOON SHELL
Theatrical Release Date: January 19, 2024
Tracking: This Kino Lorber release will roll out slowly in arthouse theaters, and then likely hit VOD/EST in late winter.
Pre-Order Availability: No
VOD/EST Estimate: Late February/Early March 2024
Theatrical Release Date: January 19, 2024
Tracking: Ava DuVernay’s drama is looking to get some Oscar love on Tuesday. We think it’s a long shot (but you never know). If it gets blanked, look for NEON to pivot to VOD/EST quickly.
Pre-Order Availability: Yes ($14.99)
VOD/EST Estimate: Mid February 2024
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