Chilling’s Horror OTT Evolution: A Growth Story Powered by Muvi

Sreejata Basu Published on : 30 December 2025 4 minutes

There’s something undeniably magnetic about horror — the suspense, the goosebumps, the stories that pull you in and refuse to let go. Chilling knew this well. When the team first set out to create a streaming platform dedicated solely to … Continue reading

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There’s something undeniably magnetic about horror — the suspense, the goosebumps, the stories that pull you in and refuse to let go. Chilling knew this well. When the team first set out to create a streaming platform dedicated solely to horror content, they weren’t just building another OTT service… They were building a community for fans who live for the thrill.

But as ambitious as that vision was, what Chilling had at the beginning wasn’t quite ready for the journey ahead. 

The Early Struggles

Chilling’s founders were horror enthusiasts first, entrepreneurs second. They built their initial platform in-house — eager to launch but constrained by a technology stack that wasn’t up to the task. It wasn’t long before a few major challenges began to pile up:

  • Their existing platform lacked scalability and modern features that viewers expected.

  • Content management was mostly manual — a slow process for a library that was growing weekly.

  • Buffering, slow load times, and inconsistent video quality were creeping into the viewer experience.

  • App support was limited — there were no smart TV apps, and even the mobile experience felt basic.

At its heart, Chilling had great content and a dedicated fan base — but it didn’t yet have the infrastructure to support wider growth. That’s when they started looking for something better — something that could unlock their potential. 

Enter Muvi: A Turning Point

When Chilling discovered Muvi One, it fitted their bills perfectly. What stood out right away wasn’t just the feature list — it was the way Muvi approached the whole streaming journey. It felt like a partner, not just a provider. 

Here’s what made the difference:

Seamless Migration 

Transitioning platforms can be nerve-wracking for any digital business — especially when you’re dealing with thousands of titles and real user data. But Muvi handled it like a pro. Without downtime or service interruption, Chilling:

  • Migrated over 5,000 horror titles
  • Imported 15,000+ user accounts
  • Shifted existing payment systems

 A CMS Built for Growth

Once on Muvi One, Chilling’s team suddenly had tools they hadn’t even imagined:

  • Bulk uploads and automated metadata handling streamlined workflows

  • Pricing, categorization, and content tagging became easy

  • Daily uploads skyrocketed — more than 50 new titles added regularly without stress. 

Instead of wrestling with files and folders, the team could now focus on curating the best horror experience for their audience.

Available Everywhere Fans Are

One of Chilling’s biggest objectives was to be where horror lovers were — not just on phones or laptops but on the big screen too. Muvi’s no-code app development framework made that possible.

Now, Chilling thrives on iOS, Android, Roku, Fire TV, and Samsung TV — giving audiences a smooth, native experience wherever they choose to watch. 

Horror Based Features

Sometimes it isn’t the big tech wins that matter — it’s the little touches that keep viewers coming back:

  • Simple, fast login using Facebook or Gmail

  • Personalized watchlists and history

  • Offline downloads for watching on the go

  • Clever horror-themed UX features like atmosphere-setting audio during audiobooks

 

The Result: A Platform Ready to Chill

Today, Chilling stands tall as more than just a niche idea: it’s a feature-rich streaming service that delivers a seamless experience from the first click to the final jump scare. And it wouldn’t have gotten there without the right support at the right time. 

By partnering with Muvi, Chilling found:

✔ A platform that could scale with confidence
✔ A CMS that enabled daily growth
✔ A suite of apps across every major ecosystem
✔ Engagement features that feel thoughtful, not forced

In other words, a technology partner that helped them bring their bold vision to life.

 

Wrapping Up,

Great content needs great delivery.

Chilling had the heart. Muvi provided the backbone.

Together they created something that doesn’t just stream horror — it celebrates it. 

Want to explore how Muvi One can help you launch something amazing? Take a 14-Day Free Trial

 

Written by: Sreejata Basu

Sreejata is the Manager for Muvi’s Content Marketing unit. She is a passionate writer with a background in English Literature and music. By week Sreejata spends her time in the corporate world of Muvi, but on weekends she likes to take short hiking trips, watch movies and read interesting travelogues.

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