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Step-by-Step: Launch Your Film on GATHR Movies TV app(s)

Have a Film VOD you want to make available via GATHR Movies TV app(s)? Find out how to get your FILM VOD ready in a snap.

Enabling your Film for viewing via the GATHR Movies TV app(s) only takes a few minutes and makes viewing of your Film VOD directly on a smart TV possible for VOD purchasers. 

Follow these instructions to get your existing Film VOD ready for GATHR Movies TV app(s):

  • Add an HLS link in your Film Playback Settings
    • In your Film Management dashboard, navigate to your Film Playback Settings tab and select HLS link
    • Input your HLS link and choose "Test" to make sure playback works. 
    • Playback on the GATHR Movies TV app(s) are only possible using an HLS URL for your Film.
  • Add a Video on Demand Cover Image
    • In your Film Management dashboard, navigate to your Video on Demand tab and input a 16:9 high resolution cover image. This is the image VOD purchasers will see on their TVs when selecting your Film to view. 
    • Showcase your Film VOD with a high quality image that represents your Film. 

 

That's it!

Your Film VOD is now ready for viewing via the GATHR Movies TV app(s).