Despite the devastating impact COVID-19 has had on the industry, films and series of the past few years, such as Stranger Things, House of Cards, and Roma.
Amidst pandemic shutdowns, Netflix has been able to uphold a steady stream of original releases that appeal to its diverse audience. Last week, Netflix released the beautifully bizarre, psychological-thriller steady release calendar for original content through the rest of 2020, including The Haunting of Bly Manor and The Devil Next Time.
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In an interview with Variety, Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings reassured subscribers that the streaming service has plans to increase the number of originals being released in 2021. Hastings elaborated, saying, "It's not up by as much as we first forecast, but it is up on a year-over-year basis."
Hastings's comment suggests that in 2021 Netflix will not only continue expanding its wealth of original content but may be deepening its well of prestigious works as well. Amid the recent decision to . These release announcements indicate that next year, audiences will continue to be surprised by a consistent schedule of quality Netflix originals.
After being the leading studio in Oscar nominations this year, Netflix has proven they can be a hub for premier content and prestigious directors. However, this does not mean that in 2021 Netflix will abandon providing subscribers with the light-hearted content they have grown to cherish. Netflix has announced The Kissing Booth 3 was already filmed and will be released sometime in 2021. The digital nature of the platform allows for Netflix to invest in beloved genres that are generally considered box-office flops, like rom-com, and provide them a platform where they can be successful and appreciated. Although everything on the 2021 release calendar remains unclear, subscribers can rest easy knowing the Netflix will continue to deliver exciting original content.
Source: Variety
