The streaming company had said it was looking for ways to increase revenue. And one way was to make more people pay for the service.
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How the Last Writers’ Strike Changed Things Onscreen
The impact included promising shows that lost their audiences, films rushed into production with flimsy scripts and turbocharging reality programming.
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‘The Mother’ Review: Are You My Sniper?
At the heart of this action-thriller, an expert killer, played by Jennifer Lopez, must rescue her daughter at all costs.
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Striking Writers Find Their Villain: Netflix
Fear of protests prompted the streaming giant to shift an anticipated presentation for advertisers to a virtual event and a top executive to skip an honorary gala.
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Hollywood Writers Strike Is ‘Going to Be a While’
The writers and entertainment companies remain far apart on several key issues, including money, and the standoff could last for months.
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Outside Hollywood Studios, Writers Make Their Case
Those in picket lines at the headquarters of companies like Netflix were critical of working conditions that have become routine in the streaming era.
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Hollywood Writers Go on Strike, Halting TV and Film Production
The dispute, which pits 11,500 television and screenwriters against the major studios, has shattered 15 years of labor peace in the entertainment business.
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Stream These 6 Titles Before They Leave Netflix in May
A couple of comedies, a couple of coming-of-age tales and more are leaving for U.S. subscribers next month. Catch them while you can.
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‘Baby J’ Review: John Mulaney Punctures His Persona
In his highly anticipated new Netflix special, the comic changes his pace to deliver bristlingly funny material about addiction, rehab and what it means to be likable.