Summary
In 2024, Americans spent 23% less on streaming services, averaging $42.38 per month, down from $55.04 in 2023.
Factors include “streaming fatigue,” with 27.8% overwhelmed by the number of apps, and increased spending on cable/satellite TV, which rose 11% to $89.29 monthly.
Many switched to cheaper ad-supported streaming options, which hit a record 43% of subscriptions.
The average American now has two streaming services, watches four hours daily, and 26.5% share accounts with others, reflecting shifting viewing and spending habits.
My GF still binge watches content constantly. ever since covid started tailing off i haven’t been able to do it.
I had to put my foot down about squid game S2 so we could watch it together and we watched it over three days instead of just doing it in one.
That’s a sad way to spend a day off
she works 12 hour shifts on her feet. i can’t fault her for wanting to veg out