Wiktionary
n. A system of viewing individual television programmes for an additional charge over and above that for the standard service; normally used on cable and satellite systems
Wikipedia
Pay-per-view (PPV) is a type of pay television service by which a subscriber of a television service provider can purchase events to view via private telecast. The broadcaster shows the event at the same time to everyone ordering it (as opposed to video-on-demand systems, which allow viewers to see recorded broadcasts at any time). Events can be purchased using an on-screen guide, an automated telephone system, or through a live customer service representative. Events often include feature films, sporting events and other entertainment programs. With the rise of the internet, the term Internet Pay-per-view (iPPV) has been used to describe Pay-per-view services accessed online. PPV is most commonly used to distribute combat sports events, such as boxing, mixed martial arts, and professional wrestling.
Usage examples of "pay-per-view".
Was it a sign—both Robin breezing past and the Tony Orlando thing, Mother help him—telling him to go back to the hotel and watch the latest Hugh Jackman movie on Pay-Per-View?
He wondered about watching an adult movie, but the pay-per-view device by the phone needed a credit card, and it was too risky.