Marketing Brew Weekly

Microdramas Are a Mega Trend

July 29, 2026·27 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

This week, we’re going all in on microdramas – and we aren’t alone. Brands and streamers are turning to short-form videos to sell products, but will this trend last longer than a mini episode? We take a look at the length, home, production value, and risks of investing in microdramas, and share thoughts on which brands might want to jump in, or keep scrolling.  00:00: Intro 02:35: Microdramas are inexpensive  05:10: Made for different platforms 11:40: Is the goal for completion or consumption 14:00: Brands as entertainment companies  16:50: Is it for every brand  21:00: How is AI being used for this purpose    This episode is brought to you by Paramount Ads Manager. For more information, visit paramountadsmanager.com  For more upcoming Marketing Brew events: https://www.marketingbrew.com/events Subscribe to the Marketing Brew newsletter: https://www.marketingbrew.com/ Watch Marketing Brew Weekly on YouTube:   https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingBrew Follow Marketing Brew Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marketingbrew/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/marketing-brew/ Have a question for us? Send us an email or voice note to mkbw@morningbrew.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Marketing Brew Weekly gives marketing professionals insightful analysis and a lively conversation on the latest trending topics in the world of media and advertising, from the Marketing Brew reporters who know the industry best. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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