Economic factors

• What type of institution is the BBC?

  Public service broadcaster
• How does the BBC differ from commercial broadcasters in the UK?

  It isn't constrained by the commercial model
• What is the BBC's responsibility regarding content creation?

  To develop fresh and unique content
• What investment strategy has the BBC adopted since 2011?

  • Shifted studios to northern cities
  • Focused on the Midlands for production
  • Aimed to develop under-represented areas
• What is a notable production that the BBC has invested in?

  Peaky Blinders
• How does Peaky Blinders relate to the BBC's investment strategy?

  It is set in an under-represented part of the UK
• What trend is occurring in the television industry regarding international productions?

  International co-productions are becoming common
• Which streaming service has 'rescued' many BBC productions?

  Netflix
• What financial benefit does Netflix provide to BBC productions?

  A cash injection for struggling titles
• With which channel has the BBC collaborated on big budget shows?

  HBO
• What is the global reputation of the BBC as a media brand?

  It is seen as a quality media brand
• What is the exception for the distribution of UK-produced content?

  Peaky Blinders
• What is the number one streaming service as of 2022?

  Netflix
• How many paid subscribers did Netflix have in 2022?

  Over 200 million
• How many new subscribers joined Netflix in the previous year?

  37 million
• What percentage of Netflix's commissioned content in 2021 was from outside the US and Canada?

  80%
• Name a successful show from South Korea on Netflix.

  Squid Game
• Which French show has been a success on Netflix?

  Lupin
• What is a successful Spanish show on Netflix?

  Money Heist
• How do these successful shows differ from rival channels like Disney+?

  They offer different content than franchise-heavy titles