Newscast Will The Netflix-Warner Bros. Deal Change Hollywood Forever?
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Dec 6, 2025 Scott Bryan, a TV critic and broadcaster, joins to dissect Netflix's jaw-dropping $72 billion acquisition of Warner Bros' film and streaming operations. They explore how this could reshape film distribution, affecting cinemas and award eligibility. The conversation also dives into the challenges of viewer habits amidst Netflix's dominance in streaming. Shifting gears, they tackle the recent Eurovision controversy with multiple countries pulling out over Israel's participation, raising questions about broadcasting ethics and audience reactions.
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Scale Of The Netflix‑Warner Deal
- Netflix's $72bn purchase targets Warner's content and HBO to massively expand Netflix's global library and subscriber reach.
- Scott Bryan says the deal combines Netflix's ~300m users with HBO's ~128m, creating near‑half‑billion potential subscribers.
Theatrical Windows Could Change
- Netflix intends to keep Warner productions running but may alter theatrical windows to be more "consumer friendly."
- Scott Bryan warns this could undermine cinema dominance and reshape release strategies.
Big Shake‑Up For Industry Dynamics
- The acquisition accelerates existing industry trends and raises questions about competition, jobs and long‑term strategy.
- Scott Bryan says rivals, sports rights and content strategy could all shift dramatically as details of the deal emerge.