However, following backlash over this decision, the trio announced that they would make their original works available for free on YouTube one month after subscribers had access to their original works.
“We were a mess,” Lim said in a YouTube video posted on Monday.
“We read what you're saying and we're sorry for the way we handled and communicated this. We understand where you're coming from,” Made said in the video. And we are making changes immediately.”
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Vergara said YouTube's initial farewell message was “insensitive. It didn't adequately express how much we appreciate you all, and it also did a very poor job of explaining the reasons behind this transition.” It was,” he added.
Mr Lim added: “We would also like to deeply apologize for our ignorance regarding the cost implications.” [of the Watcher subscription-streaming service]. We regret that we have stated or implied that this is a price that anyone can afford, and we fully acknowledge that this is not the case. ”
This trio started their YouTube channel in 2020. announced The company announced its plans to exit YouTube on Twitter on Friday, recently changing its brand name to X and clarifying: “We are leaving YouTube.”
Lim told Variety at the time that YouTube, which has racked up 400 million views and 2.9 million subscribers to date, “for us is a great place to hone our skills as filmmakers and grow as people.” “It's a great hub for direct connection.” together with our fans. ”
He added, “I never thought I'd quit YouTube, so this transition was a big deal.'' [Watcher’s own] streaming [service] It's bittersweet. ”
Lim continued. “But given the evolution of our content and the maturing of fan tastes, this feels like the best bet. We're putting our future squarely into a platform that allows us to further strengthen our relationships with the people who watch and support us.” is what we do. “
Vergara continued, “Since the inception of Watcher, our goal has been to create TV-quality unscripted content. YouTube helped us start that journey, but we've never fully realized that vision.” The only way we can do that is by doing it on our own platform. It's scary to leave a place that has been such a great home for us, but this is just like leaving BuzzFeed in 2019. I know it’s a risk worth taking.”
So how can you watch the new video streaming service? How much does it cost? Read everything you need to know about Watcher.
Watcher Entertainment: Where can I watch your new subscription streaming service?
The Beta version of the Watcher service is available now and costs $5.99 per month or $59.99 per year.
Those who sign up by May 31 will receive a 30 percent discount on their first year, as well as the chance to revive “cult favorite series that were previously canceled in a member-driven vote.”
Will I still be able to access Watcher Entertainment on YouTube?
As detailed above, the trio has changed their plans and will be making their original work available for free on YouTube one month after subscribers have access to the original work.
Watcher also maintains a backlog of videos on YouTube.
What content will be available on the new Watcher streaming service?
To date, Watcher Entertainment has produced 22 series in the fields of paranormal, food, and edutainment.
The new series coming to the streaming service will reunite the production team behind BuzzFeed's gourmet show Worth It, as well as a travel adventure billed as “a food and travel journey around the world” starting in Seoul, South Korea. It also includes a new series called Season. .
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