Paramount’s direct-to-consumer (DTC) unit posted strong fourth-quarter revenue growth of 30 percent to $1.4 billion as subscription revenue jumped 48 percent, which the company touted as proof that its investments are paying off and its content engine continues to function well, and advertising revenue rose 4 percent. Pluto TV increased global MAUs by 6.5 million in the final quarter of 2022 to 78.5 million, “driven by growth in all markets and expansion into Canada.” It also grew global total viewing hours by “strong double digits quarter-over-quarter and year-over-year,” it added. Paramount’s free, advertising-supported streaming service Pluto TV also continued to grow its monthly active user (MAUs) in the latest period, the latest earnings report unveiled before the stock market open. “Internationally, Yellowstone and Top Gun: Maverick were top acquisition drivers for the service.” “Subscriber growth was driven by a strong content slate, including the NFL, the expansion of existing franchises like Top Gun: Maverick and 1923, the success of new franchises like Tulsa King and Smile, as well as CBS’ overall entertainment slate,” the company said. Guest Column: 'Turning Red' Writer-Director Domee Shi on Making Her 'Magical Puberty Story'

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