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SkySoft Premium Explained!

by Jen Sanchez


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Yesterday, SkySoft introduced SkySoft Premium on their site. This was big news for several reasons. SkySoft has released a lot of free content featuring mostly upcoming talent, relying on Monroe Hayden to bring in as many viewers as possible. It was pretty clear that with Hayden’s upcoming departure from SkySoft shows, the company would need more options to bring in more revenue.


Beast will be the first real blockbuster to be routed to premium video-on-demand. It’s an economic gamble, but also an acknowledgment of the reality of what will be left of the marketplace after COVID-19, which could be an unprecedented time. It could also be the way of the future; with so many streaming services piling up in bills, buying an exclusive show or film may be a better and affordable option for some people, rather than committing monthly to a service. Now, the hope is that Beast can do for SkySoft Premium what Fox did for three years for SkySoft Stream. But given the nature of SkySoft’s new plan, it’s also left fans confused over what exactly Premium is.


So in an effort to smooth over any lingering questions, here’s what you need to know about SkySoft Premium and how you’ll be able to watch Beast when it arrives in the near future.


What Is SkySoft Premium?


Premium is like Vudu. It's a virtual video retail store where you can buy episodes and films released exclusively by SkySoft that you won’t be able to buy anywhere else. You don’t need a membership, there are no ads, and you get to own the episode, season, or film instantly! 


The content available for purchase will meet high-quality standards while also showcasing well-known talent to help bring in more viewers to the site and ultimately to SkySoft Stream.


So then what is SkySoft Stream?


Stream is the free version of SkySoft that features more unknown and unrepresented talent who are trying to get noticed. Because of SkySoft Stream’s connection with the Dreamers of Tomorrow program, asking viewers to pay for SkySoft Stream content doesn’t exactly market well, no matter how hard and how relentlessly Hayden has tried to sell the idea to help fund Stream content in the past. This was made crystal clear after 365: Season 2. In fact, the flop forced the company to seek other routes of funding. Enter SkySoft Premium.


Stream content is free to view and, starting on September 1st, is available all year long!


How long can I watch SkySoft Premium content?


Premium is not a rental service, so once you purchase the episode, season, or film, you own it. You get to download it and watch it whenever you like and however many times you like!


Will SkySoft Premium content be moved to SkySoft Stream?


No. SkySoft Premium content is exclusively for purchase and will not be available on SkySoft Stream.


When will I be able to watch Beast?


Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the production is delayed, so SkySoft Premium won’t come into effect until after it is complete. The company is still hoping for a 2022 release, but since we’re dealing with so many unknowns, it is very likely that it may be pushed to 2023.


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Who is in Beast?


Bryon Allen, who left a favorable impression on viewers as Sylvan of Viscardia in Fox, is set to lead the show as Beast/Abubakri for seven episodes. Daniel Andrade, who you may recognize as Prince Orasmin from Fox, is also starring in the series. The show was written by Monroe Hayden, who will also be directing and starring as Bella for three episodes.


Will there be more content on SkySoft Premium?


Yes! Beast is just the first greenlit production to be released on that platform. More titles are expected to be added to the retail store in the near future and will hopefully feature SkySoft Stream graduates.


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