Chicken Soup For The Soul Entertainment Inc (CSSE)

Overview

Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc. is a pioneering force in the streaming video-on-demand (VOD) industry, both in the United States and globally. Founded in 2014 and with its headquarters located in Cos Cob, Connecticut, the company has rapidly evolved to become a major player in digital entertainment. Operating as a subsidiary of Chicken Soup for the Soul Productions, LLC, it specializes in the distribution and exhibition of an extensive range of content through its various ad-supported and subscription-based VOD networks. Through its innovative platforms, the company brings diverse entertainment content including movies, TV series, and various programs to a global audience, leveraging the latest in media technology.

Products and Services

Crackle Plus and Redbox Streaming Services: These include ad-supported video-on-demand (AVOD), Free Ad-supported Streaming TV (FAST), and TVOD platforms. These platforms are accessible on a wide range of devices such as connected TVs, smartphones, tablets, gaming consoles, and the web, allowing viewers to enjoy a vast library of content.

VOD Networks: The company manages a diverse portfolio of VOD networks catering to different interests and demographics, including:

• Crackle: A flagship ad-supported VOD platform offering a mix of movies, TV shows, and original content.
• Chicken Soup for the Soul: Dedicated to delivering uplifting and inspiring content aligned with the brand’s ethos.
• Popcornflix & Popcornflix Kids: These platforms offer a wide range of movies and kids' content, respectively, catering to family audiences.
• Truli: Focuses on faith-based and family-friendly content.
• Pivotshare: A platform that hosts and distributes a variety of niche content, empowering creators to monetize their work directly.
• Popcornflix Comedy: Dedicated solely to comedy content, ensuring laughs are just a click away.
• Españolflix: Targets the Spanish-speaking audience with a variety of Spanish-language content.
• FrightPix: Caters to fans of horror and thriller genres, offering a selection of movies to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

Content Production and Licensing: Beyond distribution, Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc. is actively involved in the production and licensing of movies, television series, and various programs. This not only enriches their own platforms with exclusive content but also allows them to distribute their works through other channels, ensuring a broad dissemination of their creative productions.

Video Content Creation: The company also specializes in producing both long and short-form video content, tailored to meet the evolving needs of modern audiences and platforms. This demonstrates its commitment to not just distributing content, but also contributing to the creative landscape with original productions.