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DHX Media’s new kids SvoD service will debut first in U.S.


HALIFAX - DHX Media is launching a new children’s subscription-based video on demand service this summer called Kids Room with shows drawn exclusively from its library of kids and family content.The ad-free SVoD service, priced at US$4.99 per month, will be available Stateside on Comcast's Xfinity X1.  Kids Room will also be available on Xfinity Flex to Comcast's Internet-only customers.A company spokesperson told Cartt.ca that there were no Canadian agreements to announce at this time.Content available at launch will include preschool favourites like Bob the Builder, Fireman Sam, In the Night Garden, Teletubbies, Polly Pocket, and Strawberry Shortcake, as well...