Sunday, October 12, 2008

YouTube to offer full-length TV shows

YouTube said Friday it is adding full-length television shows to the menu at its globally popular website famous for snack-sized video snippets.

Episodes of classic television programs including "Star Trek," "MacGyver" and "Beverly Hills 90210" will be available in a "theater view" format unveiled at YouTube earlier this week.

"We are starting to test full-length programming on YouTube, beginning with some fan favorites requested by you," the Google-owned website said in a message posted online.

"Our new full-length format, in conjunction with the launch of our new player, marks an exciting milestone for YouTube as we continue our efforts to expand user choice and improve viewer experience."

YouTube's "theater view" feature enhances inset video screens by making them larger, centering them on pages and bordering them with virtual red curtains.

Earlier this year YouTube added a "screening room" section featuring short independent films from around the world...more