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Netflix Bars Theatrical-First Deals, Launches Own Box-Office Hits

6/7/2026

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Netflix Films chairman Dan Lin announced the streamer will not partner with filmmakers who require theatrical-first releases.
Greta Gerwig’s Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew will receive a full theatrical release in February 2027.
David Fincher’s The Adventures of Cliff Booth will open in IMAX for two weeks on Thanksgiving before streaming on Netflix on Dec. 23.
KPop Demon Hunters earned over $19 million in its two-day opening, marking Netflix’s first No. 1 box-office finish.

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Netflix Films chairman Dan Lin announced the streamer will not partner with filmmakers who require theatrical-first releases.
Greta Gerwig’s Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew will receive a full theatrical release in February 2027.
David Fincher’s The Adventures of Cliff Booth will open in IMAX for two weeks on Thanksgiving before streaming on Netflix on Dec. 23.
KPop Demon Hunters earned over $19 million in its two-day opening, marking Netflix’s first No. 1 box-office finish.