HITS is a popular linear television channel and home to some of the most famous shows on television, including Frasier, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Agatha Christie’s Poirot, Agatha Christie’s Marple, Gilligan’s Island, Mission: Impossible, Baywatch and I Dream of Jeannie, but also Stephen King’s IT, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Cheers, Bewitched, The Incredible Hulk, North and South, V: The Original Series, The Six Million Dollar Man, Quantum Leap, Hawaii Five-O, The Jeffersons and many more.
HITS allows customers to watch TV shows according to a fixed linear schedule while also having the option to catch up on content after the linear broadcast whenever it suits them.
“We are very excited to launch HITS as an add-on subscription for our customers in India. It offers a curated offering of iconic and popular TV shows for scheduled linear viewing and catch-up,” said Gaurav Bhasin, Head of Marketplace (Add-on Subscriptions and Movie Rentals), Prime Video, India.
“With add-on subscriptions, we want to give Prime members more choice, better accessibility and more convenience to watch their favorite content in a single app. In a short period of time, we have built an extensive library of additional programming through our partners. At the same time, add-on subscriptions have provided both local and global streamers with greater reach and helped them connect with our huge and diverse audiences across the country.
“We are confident that HITS’ incredible range of TV shows will delight and entertain customers, taking them on a nostalgic journey as they enjoy some of the world’s most loved and timeless series.” “We are delighted to partner with Prime Video to give viewers across India the opportunity to experience HITS,” said Sandie Lee, EVP, Rewind Networks. “HITS has always been about celebrating the rich history of television and with this collaboration, we are excited to offer customers the opportunity to conveniently rediscover these iconic shows.”
