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· Michelle De Pacina

First full official trailer for live-action ‘Cowboy Bebop’ released by Netflix

The official trailer for Netflix’s “Cowboy Bebop” has dropped, and it gives more background on the show’s characters and their action-packed adventure. The trailer: On Oct. 26, Netflix released the official trailer for its live-action adaptation of “Cowboy Bebop” featuring stars…

· Editorial Staff

Trans activist’s anti-Asian tweets resurface after Netflix walkout against Dave Chapelle special

Old tweets from a transgender activist who led the Netflix walkout following the Dave Chapelle comedy special “The Closer” have gone viral for expressing racist, anti-Asian sentiments. Background: The Netflix special drew heavy criticism for Chapelle’s allegedly transphobic…

· Editorial Staff

Netflix releases colorful teaser trailer for ‘Cowboy Bebop’

The teaser trailer for Netflix’s live-action adaptation of “Cowboy Bebop” highlights the characters’ banter and gives a first look into the antagonists in the show. Trailer: Netflix released an official teaser trailer, titled “The Lost Session,” on Oct. 19 for its upcoming…

· Ryan General

Leaked data reveals ‘Squid Game’ has made Netflix nearly $900 million, over 42 times its original cost

South Korean thriller “Squid Game,” which Netflix recently announced to be its top series of all time, has made nearly $900 million for the company, internal figures revealed. Estimating value: While the streaming giant cannot measure sales based on a specific film or show, it…

· Michelle De Pacina

‘Squid Game’ is officially Netflix’s most-watched series launch of all time

Netflix announced that their hit show “Squid Game” has become their platform’s top series of all time “Squid Game” makes history: On Oct. 12, Netflix released a tweet stating that “Squid Game” is now the platform’s biggest series launch.

· Khier Casino

Original ‘Cowboy Bebop’ Japanese voice cast reunites after 20 years to dub live-action Netflix series

The Japanese dub of Netflix’s live-action adaptation of “Cowboy Bebop,” premiering in November, is set to feature the original anime’s voice actors. Old and new: Netflix announced that the original voice cast of the critically-acclaimed anime will take on their original roles…

· Ryan General

Netflix to release live-action K-drama adaptation of ‘All of Us Are Dead’ zombie webtoon in Jan.

K-drama fans have another series to look forward to with the highly anticipated release of “All of Us Are Dead” on Netflix. Worth the wait: “All of Us Are Dead,” the live-action adaptation of the webtoon “Now at Our School, All of Us Are Dead” (“지금 우리 학교는”) by Joo Dong-geun, is…

· Bryan Ke

‘Squid Game’ is so popular that a South Korean internet provider is suing Netflix

A South Korean internet provider has sued Netflix for costs incurred from increased internet traffic and maintenance work following the premiere of “Squid Game.” The lawsuit: On Friday, a spokesperson from SK Broadband told Reuters that Netflix’s traffic handled by the company…

· Maina Chen

Netflix’s live-action ‘Cowboy Bebop’ teases iconic cathedral scene

Next in line for Netflix’s live-action “Cowboy Bebop” teasers is a snapshot of a renowned showdown between one charismatic bounty hunter and his arch-nemesis. “IYKYK”: Over the weekend, Netflix dropped teaser photos and videos of seminal moments from their remake of the…

· Michelle De Pacina

‘Squid Game’ has ‘very good chance’ of becoming Netflix’ top show of all time, according to co-CEO

Netflix U.S.’ No. 1 show as of today, “Squid Game,” is likely to become the platform’s biggest show of all time, according to one of the company’s top executives. Hallyu wave: “Squid Game” follows the story of a group of contestants who risk their lives to play in a survival…

· Maina Chen

Netflix releases side-by-side comparison of new live-action ‘Cowboy Bebop’ opening and the original anime intro

Netflix released the opening sequence for its “Cowboy Bebop” live-action series, and it is a fast-paced homage to the cult-classic original. Let’s Jam: Over the weekend, the Netflix remake of the critically acclaimed space Western anime featured the cast — John Cho as Spike…

· Grace Kim

‘Squid Game’ is the first Korean series to rank No. 1 on Netflix in the US

The new K-drama thriller “Squid Game” is the first Korean series to rank No. 1 in Netflix U.S. most-watched and also occupies one of the top two spots in more than 70 other countries and territories’ Netflix platforms. Topping the charts: According to the streaming analytics…

· Ryan General

Netflix series ‘Squid Game’ accused of plagiarizing parts of Japanese film ‘As the Gods Will’

South Korean survival drama show “Squid Game,” which premiered on Netflix on Sept. 17, is being accused of plagiarism by some online. Warning: Minor spoilers ahead.

· Ryan General

Arden Cho to star as ‘fierce’ lawyer fighting to become first Asian junior partner at law firm in new Netflix series

Netflix is developing a series based on Helen Wan’s 2013 novel “The Partner Track,” and starring actor Arden Cho, who is most known for her role on “Teen Wolf,” as the lead. About the novel: Wan, who will serve as a consultant on the Netflix production, published the novel “The…

· Khier Casino

Simu Liu plays a one-eyed samurai in Netflix anime ‘Bright: Samurai Soul’ set in feudal Japan

“Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” star Simu Liu is set to voice the lead character for the English dub version of the upcoming Netflix anime film “Bright: Samurai Soul.” Same universe: Based in the world of David Ayer’s 2017 Netflix movie “Bright,” starring Will Smith…

· Bryan Ke

Netflix showcases John Cho as Spike Spiegel in latest ‘Cowboy Bebop’ live-action first look photos

Netflix released the first look photos for the highly anticipated live-action adaptation of the critically acclaimed sci-fi anime series, “Cowboy Bebop.” Teaser: The teaser pictures featured John Cho as the charismatic Spike Spiegel, Mustafa Shakir as Jet Black and Daniella…

· Carl Samson

‘Hard pass’: Netflix’s ‘Kate’ criticized for having a white protagonist who’s out to ‘kill Asians’

A number of social media users are saying no to a new action-adventure film from Netflix after learning that its white protagonist is headed for an Asian murder spree. What’s it about: “Kate,” which releases on Sept. 10, centers on a “ruthless criminal operative” who was…

· Bryan Ke

Naomi Osaka shines light on backlash over representing Japan at Olympics in new Netflix series

In her new self-titled Netflix docuseries, Naomi Osaka discusses the backlash she received for representing Japan instead of the U.S. at the Tokyo Games. No surprise: The 23-year-old Haitian-Japanese player said her decision to play for Japan at the Olympics should not surprise…

· Thy Nguyen

Netflix and Gold House launch ‘Netflix Gold’ project to amplify API stories, artists, creators

Netflix is partnering with Gold House to amplify cultural stories that engage the API community and celebrate diversity in storytelling. The partnership: Gold House is a nonprofit collective of influential API founders, creative voices and leaders dedicated to authentic…

· Thy Nguyen

Three-part Naomi Osaka documentary series produced by Lebron James to premiere on Netflix

Netflix’s upcoming documentary series about Naomi Osaka gives viewers a look into her private life, the challenges she faced and what it’s like to be one of the world’s best tennis players. Watchlist: Titled “Naomi Osaka,” the three-part series follows Osaka “during a historic…

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iQIYI is the 'Netflix of China' — the subscription streamer whose original C-dramas, variety shows, and donghua set what a billion-plus viewers binge.

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