For the last 15 months, it cost $12-per-month to watch CobraKai on YouTube. Now, it's free
. Those shows will have their second season premieres on Sept. 25 and Oct. 16, respectively. more than a dozen new reality and documentary programs. It has personality-driven projects from talent including Justin Bieber, Alicia Keys and Paris Hilton. It has also picked up documentary , which premiers Oct. 8.
YouTube launched Premium in 2015 as an alternative to its main offering of user-generated videos. The company enticed people to sign up for the service by offering ad-free viewing, access to its music streaming product and original programming. YouTube has never disclosed how many people are signed up for Premium.
Now, all originals that premiere after Sept. 24 will be released for free with ads. The first seasons ofare currently available to stream for free so that viewers can catch up ahead. "Today, we are welcoming a global audience to enjoy our award-winning series and specials," YouTube chief business officer Robert Kyncl said in a statement. “We see a tremendous opportunity to develop more region-specific content, particularly in Europe, Asia and Latin America, and will continue to partner with the biggest stars and creators in the world to share their stories and voices.
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