VOD

Arts & Entertainment abbreviation · Film, Television and Theater

VOD
Stands forVideo on demand
CategoriesArts & Entertainment

VOD stands for Video on demand, a film, television and theater abbreviation.

System letting viewers choose and watch programs when they want rather than at a broadcast time, through cable boxes, streaming services or hotel systems. VOD covers subscription, ad-supported and pay-per-title models.

Example: The documentary will be available on VOD the same day it opens in theaters.

Usage notes

Cable VOD menus became common in the early 2000s before internet streaming took over. Industry terms SVOD, AVOD and TVOD distinguish payment models. "Day-and-date" means a simultaneous theatrical and VOD release.

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