[xyzzyb]

I don't know about UK pricing, but here in the US subscribing to Hulu Plus, Netflix, and specific shows on Amazon and iTunes (e.g. Mythbusters) is still much cheaper than a monthly cable subscription.

[citricsquid]

UK pricing is very reasonable, the problem we have is things don't make it here until years after release, even with iTunes purchasing. I don't mind it much because I've got used to it and I'll just watch a show once it's available, but it does mean I can't partake in online discussions.

A good example is Breaking Bad, we got Season 4 on Netflix the same day that Season 5 was airing in the US. I won't be able to see Season 5 until Season 6- okay I just checked netflix and they have Breaking Bad season 5!! I love you for inspiring me to check. Hah... see you in 8 hours when I come back to finish this comment and the now invalid complaint.

[aidenn0]

That's not behind. Nearly all TV shows are at least a season behind on Netflix in the US too.

[Samuel_Michon]

"I won't be able to see Season 5 until Season 6"

I'm sorry to have to tell you this, but there will be no season 6. Season 5 is the final one – the first half aired this summer, the last 8 episodes will air next summer.

http://www.deadline.com/2011/08/done-amc-sony-tv-reach-deal-...

[bartonfink]

Interesting. You're ahead of US Netflix on that - just checked and I do NOT have access to Breaking Bad Season 5.

[jonny_eh]

I believe that Netflix premiered Season 5 in the UK. In other words, Netflix was the first place for Brits to legitimately watch the latest episodes of Breaking Bad.

[debacle]

Just wait until we start getting the Doctor before you do.

[aqme28]

Additionally, ~1/3 of a show's duration on cable is taken up by advertisements. Netflix doesn't have ads.