Netflix CEO predicts linear TV downfall within the next decade
Netflix said the company drew more TV viewing time than any other outlet during the 2021-2022 TV season.
Netflix expanding password-sharing crackdown with new test
The feature will roll out for testing in Argentina, the Dominican Republic, Honduras, El Salvador, Guatemala on Aug. 22.
Netflix chooses Microsoft for ad-supported subscription plan
Netflix is soon adding a lower-priced, ad-supported plan to its list of subscription options — something the streaming giant had been hesitant to do in the past.
Netflix announces 'Squid Game' reality show with $4.56 million prize
"Squid Game: The Challenge" will feature 456 real-life players competing in "Squid Game"-inspired games. Casting for the show is now open.
Netflix explores livestreaming with plans to launch unscripted content, events
While the streaming company is currently in the early stages of development, its efforts are concentrated on unscripted content and live events.
Netflix lays off 150 employees amid subscriber losses
Netflix said the positions represent 2% of the streaming company’s total workforce, which includes nearly 11,000 employees. Most of the employees were U.S.-based.
Netflix tells employees to quit if they’re offended by new culture memo
'Not everyone will like — or agree with — everything on our service,' the memo states.
Norm Macdonald’s secret, final standup special coming to Netflix
The iconic comedian originally planned to film the special in front of a live audience, but COVID-19 had other plans.
Comedian Dave Chappelle attacked on stage
Comedian Dave Chappelle was attacked during a show in Los Angeles Tuesday night after a man reportedly jumped on stage. The alleged attacker was injured in the attack and was carried away in an ambulance, according to reports.
Netflix considers lower-price plan with ads amid drop in subscribers
Netflix is open to a lower-price tier with advertising as the company grapples with a drop in subscribers. Other looming changes include minimizing password sharing.
Katy Baker competes on Netflix's number 1 show: 'Is it Cake?'
Hemu Basu from Katy is one of several talented bakers on Netflix's new hit show: Is it Cake? Where contestants design cakes that look like everyday objects. She demonstrated one of her designs for our morning team!
Netflix to launch test that requires subscribers to pay for users outside household
Netflix says it is testing a new feature for its members in Chile, Costa Rica and Peru, requiring users to add “sub accounts” for up to two people they don’t live with — and it will come at a cost.
'Stranger Things' season 4 release dates announced, show to end with season 5
Stranger Things” season 4 will be released in two parts, Netflix announced — and season 5 will be the last.
Netflix employees 'walkout' in protest of new Dave Chappelle special, calling it 'transphobic'
Some Netflix workers on Wednesday participated in a walkout in protest of comedian Dave Chappelle’s new special "The Closer." Critics say the new special is offensive to transgender people and has the potential to instigate real-life violence.
'Squid Game' tops 'Bridgerton' as Netflix's biggest series launch ever
"Squid Game" has become Netflix's biggest show ever, topping "Bridgerton" in the most views since its debut.
Netflix CEO defends Dave Chappelle special: Stand-up is 'an important part of our content offering'
Ted Sarandos reportedly defended the comedy special in an email to employees.
Did Dave Chappelle’s new special go too far?
Our panel discusses whether comedian Dave Chappelle went too far with jokes about the LGBTQ community in his new Netflix special.
Local pit master discusses Netflix series studying Black history through food
Netflix’s “High on the Hog” has been popular in the few weeks it has been available to stream. The show looks at Black history through the lens of food and makes a stop in Southeast Texas, including Houston’s Gatlin’s BBQ. We catch up with Greg Gatlin to talk about the show.
Former Netflix VP convicted of fraud and money laundering
A federal jury found a former Netflix executive guilty Friday of receiving lucrative stock options and more than a half-million dollars in bribes and kickbacks from tech companies to approve contracts with the streaming giant.
Netflix cracking down on password sharing with new test and warning
Netflix is looking to crack down on password sharing with a new test.