

John Finn
John Finn is the Founder and Editor of Streaming Better, where he helps consumers make smarter decisions about streaming. Since launching the site in 2019, John has focused on breaking down live TV streaming, SVOD, AVOD, FAST, and TVOD services.
John has been covering technology since 2014, writing and editing for multiple online publications before shifting his attention to the streaming industry. His work includes hands‑on testing, industry research, and a consumer‑first perspective designed to highlight what actually matters.
Originally from England and now based in the United States, John holds a degree in Psychology. Before entering the streaming world, he worked as an airline reviewer — an experience that helped shape the detail‑oriented evaluation style he now applies to devices, services, and industry trends.
John subscribes to multiple streaming services to stay current with the market, but he continues to advocate for the cost‑effective strategy of rotating services based on what you want to watch, rather than paying for everything at once.
John’s Core Topics
- Live TV Streaming
- SVOD, AVOD & FAST Services
- Streaming Industry Analysis
- Device Reviews
- Consumer Streaming Strategy
Featured Articles
A selection of John’s most popular guides and explainers.


Want to Save on Streaming? Here Are 7 Tips I Use to Stream For Less
Seven things I do to help keep a lid on my monthly streaming costs.


Live TV Streaming Subscriber Tracker
See how many subscribers the most popular live TV services have, and had in the past.


Streaming 101: A Beginner’s Guide To Services, Devices, And More
Want to get started with TV and video streaming? You’re in the right place.
All Articles
John’s latest articles and guides.
Apple TV in October 2026: Matchbox The Movie, Where’s Wanda?, Nocturne, and Everything Else New to Stream
One of the big movie releases on Apple TV in October is Matchbox The Movie. Inspired by the iconic Mattel toys, a group of friends get caught up in a…
Paramount+ in October 2026: Tulsa King, Dexter, and Everything Else New to Stream
October on Paramount+ sees the return of a number of popular original series, including season four of Tulsa King, the second half of All The Queen’s Men season five, and…
Disney+ in October 2026: VisionQuest, Coven Academy, Vampirina: Teenage Vampire, and Everything Else to Stream
You can expect some extra spookiness on Disney+ this October, and especially with the arrival of new drama series Coven Academy as well as the return of Vampirina: Teenage Vampire…
HBO Max in October 2026: War, The Death of Robin Hood, The Invite, and Everything Else New to Watch
October is shaping up to be a good drama month on HBO Max. In addition to the new legal series WAR starring Dominic West and Sienna Miller, A24’s The Invite…
Last Chance Netflix: The Hunger Games, Apollo 13, Clueless, and Everything Else Leaving in October 2026
Fans of The Hunger Games might want to check out the collection soon as all five movies are set to leave Netflix in October 2026. Some of the other notable…
What to Watch This Weekend: AHS 13, Backrooms, Brothers, Toy Story 5, and More Now Streaming (Sept 25, 2026)
With October just around the corner, we are now entering spooky season, and this year’s seasonal lineup includes a new AHS. The American Horror Story: 13 series premiere is now…
Hulu in October 2026: Abbott Elementary, The Lowdown, The Mob, and Everything Else New to Stream
October on Hulu looks like a good month for comedy fans, thanks to the return of Abbott Elementary with a sixth season, as well as the arrival of the brand…
This AMC+ Deal Slashes the Annual Ad-Free Plan to $40 — Saving You At Least $70
If you’ve been considering giving AMC+ a try, a new promotion lowers the cost of the annual plan down to just $39.99 for the first year. At this discounted price,…
DirecTV Adds ‘Military Makeover with Montel’ 24/7 FAST Channel to Free Lineup
DirecTV has now added a new Military Makeover with Montel 24/7 FAST channel to its lineup. As this is a FAST channel, it is available to all DirecTV customers at…
You Can Soon Stream ‘Peanuts’ Holiday Specials for Free on Apple TV – Here’s When in 2026
Similar to past years, Apple TV will be offering Peanuts fans the opportunity to stream select specials over the holidays without the need to sign up for a paid subscription.…
Philo to Exclusively Stream Page Six’s Virtual Reali-Tea Awards
Thanks to a new partnership with New York Post Media Group, Philo is now the exclusive streaming home of Page Six’s Virtual Reali-Tea Awards. The inaugural 2025 ceremony is already…
Latest Hulu Live TV Hike Increases Price to $100 a Month
Hulu Live TV is the latest live TV service to increase in price. The current price increase brings the cost of a live TV subscription through Hulu as close as…
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