Peter Gallagher Reteaming With Andie MacDowell On Indie Comedy Series ‘The Right Side’

While it’s always fun to hear about high-profile pairings like Peter Gallagher and Andie MacDowell, a budget-conscious consumer needs to look past the star power and ask: where are we going to watch this? Since this is an independently produced comedy, the biggest unknown—and the biggest potential cost—is the distribution platform. Don't assume that just because two famous actors are teaming up, it means they are landing on a specific, expensive streaming service.

This kind of news is a great reminder that new, quality content is constantly being created, but it doesn't mean that content is free or that you need a new subscription for it. Before you sign up for a service just because a favorite actor is featured, take a breath. Instead of committing to a single $15/month platform for everything, consider the 'subscription rotation' method.

When the series does get closer to release, check which platforms are hosting it. If it lands on a service you already subscribe to, fantastic—it's free content! If it lands on a service you don't use, hold off on the sign-up. Focus your spending on the services that offer the most bang for your buck, and treat every new series as an opportunity to keep your streaming spending flexible and low.