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2020
Netflix faces backlash over 365 Days
Netflix faced criticism and a petition demanding removal of the film 365 Days from its streaming service. Singer Duffy wrote to Netflix CEO Reed Hastings calling the film irresponsible and alleging that it glamorizes the realities of sex trafficking, kidnapping and rape; the article reports that the petition had more than 55,000 signatures.
2020
Netflix confirms production of Korean original series D.P.
Netflix confirmed production of the Korean original series D.P., adapted from the webtoon D.P: Dog Days. The series is to be released only on Netflix.
2020
Netflix pledges up to $100 million to support Black communities
Netflix pledged to commit 2% of its cash holdings, initially up to US$100 million, to organizations and financial institutions supporting Black communities. It said the initial US$35 million would be split between the Black Economic Development Initiative and Hope Credit Union.
2020
Netflix pledges up to $100 million for economic opportunity in Black communities
Netflix announced a pledge of up to $100 million to provide economic opportunity for Black communities, with an initial $35 million allocated to two areas. The article says Netflix had not yet detailed how it would disburse the remaining $65 million.
2020
Netflix pledges up to $100 million for Black communities
Netflix announced that it would allocate 2% of its cash holdings, initially up to $100 million, to financial institutions and organizations supporting Black communities in the United States. The company specified planned allocations of $25 million to a fund managed by LISC and $10 million to Hope Credit Union.
2020
Conan Doyle estate files lawsuit naming Netflix over Enola Holmes
The estate of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle filed a lawsuit in New Mexico naming Netflix and others over the upcoming Enola Holmes film; the estate alleges that the filmmakers gave Sherlock Holmes human feelings.
2020
Netflix secures rights to Chicken Run sequel outside China
Netflix secured rights to the Chicken Run sequel outside China from Studiocanal and Pathé. Aardman is producing the sequel, which Netflix announced would be coming to its service.
2020
Netflix completes purchase of the Egyptian Theatre
Netflix completed its purchase of Hollywood's Egyptian Theatre. The article says Netflix will use the cinema for premieres, screenings and special events.
2020
GEO Group sues Netflix over logos in Messiah
GEO Group is suing Netflix, alleging that the series Messiah used its name and trademarks without authorization and made defamatory falsehoods about the company. The suit seeks an order restraining Netflix’s use of the logo and unspecified financial compensation; the source reports no ruling.
2020
Netflix acquires Ball and Chain
Netflix acquired the film project Ball and Chain. Seven Bucks Productions described Netflix as its partner for delivering the story, and the film's release date had not been announced.
2020
Ball and Chain project lands at Netflix
The upcoming adaptation of the comic book series Ball and Chain landed at Netflix, with Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt attached to the lead roles.
2020
Oppo and Netflix partner on Reno3 viewing experience
Oppo entered a partnership with Netflix to enable consumers to watch Netflix movies and TV shows on the Reno3 Series, with HD videos available through the pre-installed Netflix app.
2020
Netflix teams up with Jenji Kohan for Social Distance
Netflix teamed up with Jenji Kohan for Social Distance, an anthology series about people staying connected while living apart during the coronavirus pandemic. The article says the production would be remote and that a launch date had not been announced.
2020
Netflix and DR partner to bring back Borgen
Netflix and Denmark’s DR announced a partnership to bring back Borgen. The first three seasons were planned to become available on Netflix globally later in 2020, with new episodes planned for 2022.
2020
Netflix announces original-series collaboration with Yeon Sang-ho
Netflix announced a collaboration with director Yeon Sang-ho on an original series titled “The Hell,” based on a webcomic of the same name.
2020
Netflix picks up The Starling
Netflix picked up The Starling, a film starring Melissa McCarthy and directed by Ted Melfi. The article reports that Netflix paid USD 20 million for the film.
2020
Netflix acquires global rights to The Starling
Netflix acquired worldwide rights to the upcoming film “The Starling.” The deal was reported to be in the $20 million range.
2020
Netflix and The Netherlands Film Fund establish a relief fund
Netflix and The Netherlands Film Fund joined forces to set up a relief fund for workers in the Dutch film and TV industry affected by the pandemic. Netflix said it would make €1 million available in the Netherlands for the fund.
2020
Netflix pledges $1.1 million to French COVID-19 film and TV relief fund
Netflix announced that $1.1 million (€1 million) from its relief fund would go to support the French COVID-19 Film and TV Emergency Relief Fund.
2020
Zoom forms security council and advisory board with industry security leaders
Zoom announced that it had formed a CISO Council and Advisory Board that includes security leaders from several companies, including VMware, Netflix, Uber, and Electronic Arts, to engage on privacy, security, and technology issues and advise Zoom.