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· Ryan General
“Golden,” the breakout single from Netflix’s “KPop Demon Hunters,” has earned four Grammy nominations, solidifying the film’s influence across both animation and global pop music. The hit, performed by Huntr/x, the fictional K-pop group voiced by EJAE, Audrey Nuna and Rei Ami,…
· Ryan General
Netflix announced at the 2025 Anime Expo last week that 50% of its more than 300 million global subscribers now watch anime, meaning roughly 150 million users are engaging with anime content on the platform. Viewership on the rise: Over the past five years, Netflix has tripled…
· Bryan Ke
“One Piece” manga creator Eiichiro Oda believes that the second season of his work’s live-action adaptation may surpass the previous one as he was blown away while visiting its set in Cape Town, South Africa. In an Instagram post on Monday, Oda noted that “One Piece” Season 2’s…
· Carl Samson
Netflix has announced that “Squid Game 3” will debut as early as the first half of 2025, reinforcing its commitment to the blockbuster Korean series. The news came during Netflix’s first-ever International Showcase in Los Angeles, where the platform emphasized its reliance on…
· Michelle De Pacina
Despite bringing to life the intensity of Netflix’s “Hellbound” Season 2’s storyline — filled with dark themes, existential questions and relentless action — the cast and director of the Netflix series managed to keep things light behind the scenes. Known for exploring the…
· Bryan Ke
Ronny Chieng is releasing his new comedy special on Netflix, “Love To Hate It,” two years after his last one. Set for Dec. 17, the special was filmed during the Malaysian-born comedian’s North American world tour of the same name at Hawai’i Theatre in Honolulu in July. Chieng…
· Michelle De Pacina
Warning: spoilers ahead Netflix’s new documentary “Sweet Bobby: My Catfish Nightmare” explores the true story of Kirat Assi, a London radio presenter who was deceived into an eight-year online relationship with “Bobby Jandu,” a supposedly wealthy man she met through Facebook.…
· Ryan General
Netflix has renewed the hit South Korean cooking competition series “Culinary Class Wars” for a second season following its breakout success. The show, which pits acclaimed “white spoon” chefs against underdog “black spoon” chefs, captivated audiences with its intense culinary…
· Bryan Ke
Netflix has released the trailer for “Outside,” its first-ever zombie film produced in the Philippines. Released on Sept. 19, the trailer shows a man named Francis (Sid Lucero) taking his wife Iris (Beauty Gonzales) and sons Josh (Marco Masa) and Lucas (Aiden Tyler Patdu) to the…
· Ryan General
Indian filmmaker Soham Shah filed a lawsuit against Netflix and “Squid Game” creator Hwang Dong-hyuk on Friday, claiming the hit series plagiarized his 2009 film “Luck.” The lawsuit, obtained by TMZ, alleges that both works share a similar plot involving desperate individuals…
· Ryan General
A new teaser for the highly anticipated second season of Netflix’s live-action “One Piece” offers a first look at fan-favorite character Tony Tony Chopper. Revealed during Netflix’s Geeked Week, the CGI rendition of the beloved reindeer showcased his iconic pink hat and fuzzy…
· Ryan General
Netflix is significantly expanding its Chinese-language content with a particular focus on productions from Taiwan. The streaming giant, which held its first-ever accessibility premiere in Taiwan for the comedy series “GG Precinct” last month, is prioritizing stories that…
· Ryan General
Netflix is reportedly expanding the “Squid Game” universe with a U.S. spin-off titled “Squid Game: America.” Renowned filmmaker David Fincher, who is currently under a multi-year contract with the streaming giant, is rumored to direct and produce the series. While Netflix has…
· Ryan General
Netflix has released the first trailer for the highly anticipated second season of its hit Korean mystery series “Gyeongseong Creature,” premiering on Sept. 27. The new season leaps from the 1945 setting of the first to present-day Seoul, where survivor Chae-ok (Han So-hee)…
· Ryan General
Studio Ghibli’s acclaimed animated film, “Grave of the Fireflies,” is set to make its Netflix debut on Sept. 16. Directed by the legendary Isao Takahata, the heart-wrenching tale of war orphans will be available in over 190 countries, expanding Netflix’s extensive collection of…
· Michelle De Pacina
Squid Game: The Experience is an immersive adventure launching in New York City on Oct. 11, ahead of the second season’s Dec. 26 debut. Participants can engage in “Squid Game”-inspired activities, including the iconic Red Light, Green Light game, without the real danger depicted…
· Ryan General
Netflix is experiencing a decline in users as its Korean originals struggle to replicate the phenomenal success of “Squid Game.” While a few series have achieved the top spot in weekly global viewership this year, none have captured the widespread acclaim of previous hits like…
· Bryan Ke
Netflix’s virtual theme park on “Roblox,” “Nextworld,” entered early access last week, giving fans the opportunity to interact with their favorite characters from the livestreaming platform’s shows. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Netflix has announced new comedy specials featuring Ali Wong and Jo Koy, among other comedians ahead of its upcoming comedy festival. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Jennifer Lopez is forced to abandon her mistrust and ally herself with robots run by artificial intelligence (AI) in the trailer for Netflix’s upcoming sci-film “Atlas.” Key points:
iQIYI is the 'Netflix of China' — the subscription streamer whose original C-dramas, variety shows, and donghua set what a billion-plus viewers binge.
iQIYI is the 'Netflix of China' — the subscription streamer whose original C-dramas, variety shows, and donghua set what a billion-plus viewers binge.
Company · China · NASDAQ:IQ
iQIYI is the 'Netflix of China' — the subscription streamer whose original C-dramas, variety shows, and donghua set what a billion-plus viewers binge.
Company · Korea · KOSDAQ:253450
Studio Dragon is the studio behind the K-dramas the world binges — Crash Landing on You, Vincenzo, Sweet Home — selling globally through Netflix and beyond.