Cable News Network (CNN) has on Wednesday announced that it is set to launch a news and entertainment streaming service, CNN+ before the end of the first quarter. Recall that in July 2021, the news company said that CNN+ will be an “additive experience that complements the core CNN linear networks and digital platforms to serve CNN superfans, news junkies and fans of quality non-fiction programming.” The cable network said the initial subscription will be discounted at $2.99 a month, offering a promotional price for people who sign up in the first four weeks but will later revert to a $5.99 monthly fee.
CNN+ will be rivaling Fox Corp's, Fox Nation as it recruits top talent including Fox News' veteran Chris Wallace, former NPR "All Things Considered" co-host, Audie Cornish, and Alison Roman.
According to CNN, the new streaming service will feature live daily news, true crime shows, original series, food, and travel. Also on-demand and library of non-fiction content including "Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown" and "Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy".
According to CNN, the executive team of CNN+ will be led by Andrew Morse, the chief digital officer for CNN Worldwide, with the head of product for CNN, Alex MacCallum as CNN+'s GM, while Rebecca Kutler, Courtney Coupe, and Robyn Peterson will oversee programming, content strategy and operations, and technology, respectively.
