- Viacom's (VIA -0.5%, VIAB -1.7%) BET Networks is launching its own streaming service, BET Plus, in heavy partnership with actor/producer Tyler Perry, The Wall Street Journal reports.
- It's set for a fall launch and while pricing isn't final, the report says it's expected to cost more than the children's service Noggin, which is priced at $2.99/month.
- Perry will have a stake in the service, an expansion of an existing production deal, and his shows and movies will anchor it alongside content from sister networks like MTV, Comedy Central and VH1.
- BET execs say their research shows African-Americans watch more live TV and more streaming movies/TV shows than other demographic groups.