Talking Pictures TV is a beloved national television station, available free-to-air on channel 82 on Freeview. Since 2020, we have proudly partnered with Talking Pictures TV to provide hosting, management, and support for their two main websites, TalkingPicturesTV.co.uk and RenownFilms.co.uk.
Over time, our relationship evolved to include the development of a bespoke streaming service website, tptvencore.co.uk, which pushed the boundaries of video-on-demand functionality.
The Mission
Talking Pictures TV approached us with a unique challenge: to create a streaming service that allowed visitors to browse their catalogue of classic films and television series before requiring them to log in or register. Unlike other platforms where users are met with a login screen, Talking Pictures TV wanted to make their content visible to all visitors, ensuring a seamless user experience while maintaining security and functionality. The solution needed to combine innovation, usability, and a strong technical foundation.
The Work
Our journey began with understanding the specific requirements of Talking Pictures TV. For their new streaming website, tptvencore.co.uk, we developed bespoke functionality that allowed users to browse the entire content library without logging in.
Visitors could explore titles, search for their favourite films, and preview the available catalogue. Only when they clicked to play a title were they prompted to log in or register. This feature was unprecedented at the time and set tptvencore.co.uk apart from other streaming platforms.
In addition to designing and developing this functionality, we:
- Built a user-friendly and responsive interface to ensure easy navigation.
- Integrated the platform with external systems, including a Consent Management Platform, to ensure compliance with data protection regulations.
- Provided ongoing hosting, management, and technical support to ensure the platform remained secure, scalable, and updated with new features as required.
Over the next three years, we worked closely with Talking Pictures TV to refine the platform and enhance the user experience, introducing additional features that further improved functionality and viewer satisfaction.
The Outcome
The tptvencore.co.uk website successfully launched and was met with enthusiasm from both Talking Pictures TV and their audience. The unique browsing functionality provided an intuitive, user-friendly experience, allowing potential viewers to explore the content freely before committing to registration.
Talking Pictures TV reported a seamless onboarding process for new users and a high level of engagement from existing members. With our reliable hosting, management, and ongoing support, the platform continues to operate smoothly and efficiently, allowing Talking Pictures TV to focus on what they do best – bringing classic films and television into the homes of their audience.
This project showcased our ability to combine technical expertise with bespoke development to meet specific client needs, demonstrating the value we bring to ambitious and innovative digital projects.