Netflix purchases ‘Oxenfree’ creator Night School Studio

Rebecca Souw South Korea boasts world-beating tech firms and entertainment content that is currently hugely in demand, but locally-based SVOD companies are struggling to compete with the dominance of Netflix.Competition for Korean eyeballs is set to intensify when Disney Plus launches in the country next month.The CEOs of two Korean firms – Jay Yang of Tving and Phil Yoon of KT Studio Genie – discussed their dilemma on stage Tuesday at the Asian Contents & Film Market, that is allied with the

Squid Game drew 111 million viewers in its first month on the platform, per internal Netflix estimates, becoming the biggest launch in the streaming giant’s history.

The creator of "Squid Game," the immensely popular international hit for Netflix, revealed how the financial crisis over the past decade as well as the election of Donald Trump inspired him to make the show.  "Squid Game" follows 456 people who are all in dire financial situations.They’re tapped by a mysterious organization to join a series of six children’s games for a prize of roughly $40 million.

It was very late at night in Korea when Wi Ha-jun popped on a video call to chat with Deadline about his role in Netflix’s mega hit Squid Game, and how his life has been turned upside down since the Korean-language series entered the cultural stratosphere last month.

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video above.Like the previous five Chappelle specials ("The Age Of Spin," "Deep In The Heart Of Texas," "Equanimity," "The Bird Revelation" and "Sticks & Stones") for Netflix, "The Closer" is directed by Stan Lathan."The Closer" premieres globally on Netflix on Oct. 5, which is tomorrow.The Chappelle-Netflix deal was not only lucrative for the legendary stand-up comic, but it also brought in plenty of gold to the streaming service.

Squid Game's mammoth surge in viewers in South Korea has led to internet service provider SK Broadband to reportedly sue Netflix. The unusual series has skyrocketed in popularity since it was released on the streaming platform last month.

Netflix has been sued by a South Korean internet provider following a big surge in traffic due to the streaming service’s popularity in the wake of shows such as Squid Game.The survival drama, which recently debuted on the platform, has proved to be huge with Netflix users over the past few weeks.However, internet provider SK Broadband is now suing the streamer to pay for costs over increased network usage and maintenance work after a surge in traffic from their content, according to Reuters.In

blog post. “Their commitment to artistic excellence and proven track record make them invaluable partners as we build out the creative capabilities and library of Netflix games together.” “We’ll continue working with developers around the world and hiring the best talent in the industry to deliver a great collection of exclusive games designed for every kind of gamer and any level of play,” Verdu said.

Todd Spangler NY Digital EditorNetflix, still in the early innings of its video-game strategy, announced that it has acquired Night School Studio, a game developer best known for its critically acclaimed debut game, the supernatural mystery adventure title “Oxenfree.”It’s the first games-related acquisition for Netflix.

Netflix’s push for gaming is officially underway with the streaming giant acquiring indie gaming developer Night School Studios, most known for its debut title Oxenfree.

Helena Bonham Carter is officially signed on to return for Enola Holmes 2!

Squid Game might soon become streaming service Netflix’s most popular show ever.During an appearance at the Code 2021 conference, Netflix’s co-CEO and chief content officer Ted Sarandos spoke about the popularity and impact Squid Game.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterNetflix has released a new first-look clip of “Colin in Black and White,” which tells the story of former NFL player Colin Kaepernick during his high school years growing up in central California.The clip was released as part of the Netflix Tudum fan event.

Carole Baskin's story.Released in March 2020,s was viewed by 64 million households in the first four weeks. Viewers became enthralled with the bizarre interconnected society of big cat conservationists and its eccentric characters.

Netflix is getting into the spooky spirit with the new trailer for the vampire flick “Night Teeth”.