Dive Summary:

• Barnes & Noble announced that its Nook devices will be getting new video content this fall in the form of films and TV shows.
• Major studios signed on to participate include HBO, Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, STARZ, Viacom and Warner Bros. Entertainment, as well as The Walt Disney Studios.
• "The launch of our new digital video service with our long-time studio partners allows us to bring award-winning current and classic movies, TV shows, documentaries and more to millions of customers’ screens, coming soon," Barnes & Noble CEO William J. Lynch said in a statement.

From the article:

Digital and print book giant Barnes & Noble is getting ready to launch its new NOOK Video offering.

The release will come this fall and include blockbuster movies, classic films and original TV shows from major studios including HBO, Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, STARZ, Viacom and Warner Bros. Entertainment. ...