Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos has made headlines recently for his statements about the success of certain films and series on Netflix, as well as his thoughts on movie size and theatrical releases. In a series of interviews, Sarandos expressed belief that movies like 'Barbie' and 'Oppenheimer', both box office successes, would have had large audiences on Netflix.
Sarandos also credited the algorithm for the success of Netflix's British hit series 'Baby Reindeer'. The show, which was created by Richard Gadd and is based on his life experiences dealing with a stalker, has been an enormous hit around the world.
In an interview with The New York Times, Sarandos discussed how Netflix's algorithm recommends shows to international audiences. He noted that when something gets big in one country, it's likely there's a large audience for it outside of that country as well.
Sarandos also used the example of his son watching 'Lawrence of Arabia' on his phone as evidence that movie size doesn't matter for all people. He believes that movies and shows can be enjoyed on any screen size, and Netflix offers a wide variety of content to cater to different preferences.
Despite Sarandos' optimistic views, some critics argue that theatrical releases offer a unique cinematic experience that cannot be replicated on streaming platforms. However, with the continued growth of streaming services and advancements in technology, it remains to be seen how the landscape of entertainment will continue to evolve.
Here are some key facts from Sarandos' interviews:
- 'Barbie' and 'Oppenheimer', both box office successes, would have had large audiences on Netflix.
- Netflix's algorithm recommended 'Baby Reindeer' to international audiences, making it an enormous hit around the world.
- Sarandos believes that movies and shows can be enjoyed on any screen size, as evidenced by his son watching 'Lawrence of Arabia' on his phone.
