TV shows (though calling them that may itself now be an anachronism) have become a commodity. Netflix, HBO now, Amazon Prime video... these are the future. Th

TV shows (though calling them that may itself now be an anachronism) have become a commodity. Netflix, HBO now, Amazon Prime video... these are the future. This is the destruction of the middle man monopoly in the form of the cable provider. A new monopoly based on more cheaply and effectively providing consumers with content they want will fall (assuming it does come about) just as easily as it was made if price gouging and lack luster content take hold. Consumer choice, not Hollywood relationships, are the new drivers of success. Adapt or die.