Cool, will definitely let you know when we have something ready.

 Netflix does not offer all of the popular US based shows and movies. The Netflix library has some notable gaps like HB O stuff. 

Convenience and ease of use. Some shows have many episodes, torrenting and organizing the files will take a lot of time.
Also you can watch shows from any device, not just the device you downloaded the files on.

So what you're saying is, you'd prefer the pay-as-you-go model.
I never thought of it that way. Essentially if stop watching shows for a few weeks, you are not charged. We will definitely consider adding a pay-as-you-go plan in the future.

Hi catena5260, we are outside the US so we are not under US legal jurisdiction.

Hey lucasjkr, Thanks for your feedback. Good points.

This geared towards users outside the US. Nettflix and Hulu are not available outside the US.

Incorrect, users can connect their laptop / android phone to a tv.

For storage we break even on < 30 users.

Torrenting can be time consuming. On this service content will be well organized and instant viewing.
Also since files are on site, you can access your shows away from your main pc.

Alas, we will try our best. Sites like tvonline and viptv have made it work

I agree doing this legitimately is not possible.

Thanks.

This is similiar to what we are planning. They have more tv shows than we planned on starting with. (400 vs 150) But we want to include movies.
 The price point seems high, viptv and tvonline.cc charge $30 for unlimited monthly service, and $.25 per epsidoe.

What is it about viptv.net that you like?

Wasn't planning on taking on Netflix directly. I was think this would be more useful international users.
As stated previously, would it deter you from using the service if the content was pirated? 

The site would only accept bitcoins. The netflix demographic wouldn't be the focus. 

It surely will be a challenge.
One idea we are experimenting with is enabling users to queue up content they want to watch. A separate standalone program would download this content  to your hard drive during off-peak hours.

This way heavy users could watch as much as they want without impacting other users.

Would it deter you from using the service if the content was pirated? 
Using bitcoins and an anonymous email account would absolve you of any legal liability.

We would emphasize organization and quality. So the service would be easier for those who don't have time or energy use torrent files.

How much media do you feel is worth $8/month?

Initially we would have the top 150 shows (according to IMDB) and the top 1000 movies of the last 10 years.
We will keep the tv shows up to date.

Hey guys,
I am looking for thoughts/opinions. Is there any interest in a Bitcoin-based Netflix clone?

I am considering building a bitcoin-based netflix clone.
The service would offer up-to-date tv shows and movies. So if you are located outside the US and have difficulty watching US-based shows, you can watch them on this site.
We would include subtitles and dubs for other languages when possible.
You could watch all you want, in high-definition for a flat fee, around $8 a month via bitcoin for anonymity.
We would offer the popular tv series for bing- viewing, and users could request additional ones.

The main 3 benefits are bitcoin for privacy, all popular tv shows from all networks, and all-you-can-watch pricing.

Does this service already exist, or is anyone interested in using a service?
If not, -
What features would make you want to use this service? What features do you want included? 

Please let me know what you think.

thanks,
Jae