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As the number of streaming platforms grows, so does the financial burden on consumers. With subscriptions piling up, viewers find themselves facing almost $80 monthly to access the content they want. This economic strain raises the question: Are we on the verge of returning to cable? After all, cable offers live TV but also comes laden with commercial interruptions that audiences have largely rejected in favor of ad-free streaming experiences.

The Rising Cost of Commercials

Speaking of commercials, many viewers under 40 have grown disenchanted with traditional advertising, which is easily perceived as annoying and repetitive. This generational disaffection may stem from the poor quality of recent commercials that lack the creativity and entertainment value of past ads.