We are in the midst of unprecedented times. The comfort and solace of watching entertaining programming at home has taken on a new meaning. Our streaming service, Topic has been up and running for a few months now and if you haven't tried it yet, we invite you to discover and explore all the exclusive and original programming that our team has tirelessly put together for audiences to escape to, enjoy and revel in.
From the U.S., Finland, Australia, Britain, Romania, Israel, South Korea, Thailand, Iran, Colombia and many more, we're bringing you thought-provoking and critically acclaimed dramas, comedies, talk shows, feature films, shorts and documentaries from every corner of the world, for the very first time in North America. Our service is curated, not by large corporate studio execs or calculated algorithms, but by real fans, cinephiles and television lovers. We're here for the curious and engaged audience seeking smart, provocative and meaningful entertainment that we think you'll love as much as we do.
We’re also so excited to continue bringing to you original programming, of all genres. Soon, we’ll be announcing some high profile titles that we’re sure will pique your interest. In the meantime, we’d like to stay in touch with you through this monthly newsletter where we will share our upcoming slate and more. We know there’s many streamers vying for viewers’ attention - but we’re confident what we’re offering is unique and will satisfy your need for something different.
While we're all cooped up at home, we're offering new subscribers the chance to tour the world from their couch! For a limited time only we're offering a 30-day free trial plus a special rate for their first year subscription - only $29.99. That's half off the regular rate! New films & series released every week.
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Right about now, maybe you’re craving something funny. Or suspenseful. Or wonderfully weird. Here at Topic, we have series' and films to fit every mood, from creators all over the world.
You may spot a few familiar faces—Maria Bamford! Ramy Youssef!
We love What's Your Ailment?!, our series where comedian Maria Bamford discusses mental health issues with Rachel Bloom, Baron Vaughn, Jen Kirkman and other notable folks.
INTERACTIVE VIRTUAL SCREENING EVENT:
We are currently teaming up with SAMESIDE to host a virtual event with the creators of SILENT ROSE; a new Topic original film, on April 7th, with Director Mitch Dickman and cast. The conversation will be moderated by executive producer Evan Shapiro (Portlandia). The audience will be able to participate in a panel Q&A and will have the opportunity to discuss their thoughts on the film and its themes in smaller breakout sessions.
SILENT ROSE is a portrait of life in high school after the 2016 presidential election fallout. With students and staff facing lockdown drills, disinformation campaigns and racial inequality, it is an alarmingly relevant story. From Variety’s Top Documaker to Watch, Mitch Dickman, Academy Award nominated producer Shane Boris and Emmy and Peabody Award winning producer Evan Shapiro.
UPCOMING FAVORITES
Topic Series Premiering April 2nd
"Graham is real standout...This may be the best work of his career", Andrew Crump - THE PLAYLIST 100% Written and directed by critically acclaimed auteur Shane Meadows (THIS IS ENGLAND), and original music composed by Grammy nominee PJ Harvey, The Virtues is a dark, visceral, and unlikely love story between two strangers cast adrift. Starring prolific actor Stephen Graham (THE IRISHMAN) as Joseph, a broken man falling into despair when his 9 year-old son leaves for Australia with his ex. Joseph walks away from his present life bound for Ireland to confront painful memories and demons from his childhood spent in the foster care system.
Topic Original Premiering April 30th
The multicultural world of a select American city and its black population through the lens of psychological horror stories. In this new anthology series, New Orleans will be the debut city for season one.