Paramount launches YouTube channel with hundreds of free movies

In an unexpected move, Paramount has launched a new YouTube channel called “The Paramount Vault” which features hundreds of movies available to stream in their entirety for free. 

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Expectedly, there aren't too many films in the “classic” realm; Paramount can continue to sell their biggest hits and turn a higher profit, after all. However, there are quite a few hidden gems buried in here, as well as some notoriously poorly-received films that might provide a few hours of entertainment on a rainy day.

Check out the YouTube channel here. The channel's sizzle reel can be seen below.