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2026
Florida sues Netflix over consumer data collection disclosures
The state of Florida filed a lawsuit against Netflix, claiming the company misled consumers about its data collection practices.
2026
Netflix acquires Wingmom comedy script in preemptive deal
Netflix has acquired Sam Laybourne's comedy script Wingmom in a preemptive high six-figure deal. The film will be produced by Jeff Robinov alongside Tabitha Shick of Talking Pictures, and is expected to be an edgy R-rated comedy.
2026
Demon Hunter sues Netflix and AEG Presents over KPop Demon Hunters trademark
American Christian metal band Demon Hunter, through parent company Hyde Lane, sued Netflix and AEG Presents for trademark infringement tied to the animated film KPop Demon Hunters, arguing the film's music and live performances cause consumer confusion with the band's brand.
2026
Demon Hunter sues Netflix over KPop Demon Hunters trademark
Christian metal band Demon Hunter filed a trademark lawsuit against Netflix, alleging that the similarity between its name and the KPop Demon Hunters franchise caused substantial confusion, including a fan who allegedly spent $500 on tickets to the band's show expecting the animated franchise. The band seeks to stop Netflix from using the KPop Demon Hunters name for recorded music, live shows and merchandise, and unspecified damages. Netflix said the allegations are without merit and that it looks forward to vigorously defending the matter.
2026
Demon Hunter sues Netflix over KPop Demon Hunters trademark
Christian metal band Demon Hunter, through its corporate entity Hyde Lane, filed a lawsuit in the US District Court for the Central District of California against Netflix, Netflix Studios and AEG Presents, alleging trademark infringement and unfair competition over the 'KPop Demon Hunters' franchise. Netflix rejected the allegations as without merit and said it would vigorously defend the matter.
2026
Demon Hunter band sues Netflix over KPop Demon Hunters trademarks
US Christian metal band Demon Hunter, operated by Hyde Lane, sued Netflix, Netflix Studios and concert promoter AEG Presents in the US District Court for the Central District of California on Tuesday, alleging trademark infringement and unfair competition over the expansion of KPop Demon Hunters into recorded music, merchandise and a planned concert tour. Hyde Lane seeks a jury trial, an injunction and unspecified damages.
2026
Netflix acquires short film One Last Order
Netflix has acquired One Last Order, an award-winning short documentary set at Mac's Drive Thru in Gainesville that follows the final shift of long-time employee Sighle Williams after 37 years of service.
2026
Netflix acquires Fatmagül for Latin America
Netflix has acquired the Turkish drama series Fatmagül for Latin America, with the series set to launch in Spanish across the region and in Portuguese in Brazil next week. The series is distributed internationally by Kanal D International.
2026
Netflix acquires international rights to Caper Crew
Netflix acquired global rights, excluding Australia, to the Australian live-action children’s series Caper Crew and plans to launch it in more than 190 territories.
2022
Netflix announces acquisition of Boss Fight Entertainment
Netflix announced its acquisition of game developer Boss Fight Entertainment. The report describes this as Netflix's third game studio acquisition; it does not say the acquisition has been completed.
2022
Netflix pledges over R900m for South African creative industry productions
Netflix pledged over R900m to contribute to South Africa’s creative industry between 2022 and 2023, covering four productions to be filmed in the country.
2022
Netflix and Dr. Seuss Enterprises team up on animated projects
Netflix teamed up with Dr. Seuss Enterprises on five animated preschool series and specials based on Dr. Seuss intellectual property.
2022
Netflix announces planned acquisition of Next Games
Netflix Games entered into an agreement to acquire Finnish game developer Next Games. The acquisition was expected to close in the second quarter of 2022.
2022
Netflix announces offer to acquire Next Games
Netflix announced an offer to acquire all issued and outstanding shares of Next Games for €2.10 per share in cash, valuing the company at approximately €65 million. Next Games’ board unanimously recommended that shareholders accept the offer.
2022
Netflix announces BioShock film partnership
Netflix announced that it is working with Take-Two Interactive to produce a film adaptation of BioShock, with 2K also identified as a production partner.
2022
South Korea fines Netflix, Google and other OTT services over subscription practices
South Korea’s Fair Trade Commission decided to impose a combined 19.5 million won fine on Google, Netflix and three other OTT providers, finding that they hampered paid subscribers’ attempts to end memberships through falsified information or by not allowing online cancellation. The regulator also ordered corrective action.
2022
Netflix supports Jerusalem Sam Spiegel Film School Series Lab
Netflix announced support for a new scripted-television program at Jerusalem Sam Spiegel Film School. The Series Lab is designed to mentor Israeli producers and writers developing scripted series.
2022
Netflix and RocketRide Games announce partnership
Netflix announced a partnership with RocketRide Games to help expand the number of games available on Netflix Games.
2022
Netflix partners on Guns & Gulaabs
Netflix announced a partnership with filmmakers Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK for the new series “Guns & Gulaabs,” under D2R Films productions.
2022
Netflix wins rights to Lee Daniels’ exorcism thriller
Netflix won the rights to Lee Daniels’ upcoming exorcism thriller after a competitive bidding process; the article reports the deal cost around $65 million.