caption “The End of the F***ing World.” source Netflix TV viewers and TV critics aren’t often on the same page. But where the interests of the two overlap, you’re sure to find some quality shows. Recent Netflix original series “The End of the F***ing World” is one such program. Acclaimed by both critics and fans, the British dark comedy recently won an enthusiastic endorsement from Netflix CEO Reed Hastings, who called it the “most engaging addictive original” in a long time. To figure out which other Netflix original series were beloved by both groups, we turned to the reviews aggregator Rotten Tomatoes to see which Netflix original shows scored at least an 85% “Fresh” rating with critics and audiences. Excluding docu-series, talk shows, and kids shows, we ranked these series by averaging their critic and audience scores on the site, and we used critic scores to break any ties. Here are 19 … [Read more...] about 19 Netflix original shows that both critics and audiences agree are amazing
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Watch a clip of Barack Obama talking about dancing with Prince on David Letterman’s new Netflix talk show
Netflix has released a short clip previewing Barack Obama’s appearance on the first episode of David Letterman’s new Netflix talk show, “My Next Guest Needs No Introduction.” In the 52-second video, Obama recounts a self-deprecating experience of dancing with Prince, months before the singer died in 2016. The former president jokes that he has “dad moves” and practices “staying in the pocket” to avoid embarrassment while dancing. Letterman’s new, hour-long series is set to air monthly after the Obama episode debuts on January 12. Subsequent episodes feature an influential list of guests, including Jay-Z, Tina Fey, and George Clooney. Netflix described the series by saying that its “interviews will take place both inside and outside a studio setting. The conversations are intimate, in-depth and far-reaching, with the levity and humour Dave’s fans know and love. Field segments will bring Dave to locations far and wide, … [Read more...] about Watch a clip of Barack Obama talking about dancing with Prince on David Letterman’s new Netflix talk show
Netflix still has a ton of room to grow — even with Disney in the ring
Netflix used to be the only player in the streaming video space, but now everyone wants a piece of the pie, which has the majority of Wall Street analysts worried. The company added more than 5 million subscribers in the most recently reported quarter, bringing its total user base up to 112.8 million. Rob Sanderson, an analyst at MKM Partners, thinks that Netflix’s growth will continue to skyrocket. “Anecdotes from early markets suggest the fifth year is generally the peak year for additions,” Sanderson wrote in a note to clients. “This would suggest that 75% of the international footprint is still 2-3 years from peak net adds.” Sanderson’s view differs from the rest of Wall Street, who think that rising competition and media consolidation will be a big draw on Netflix’s growth. Disney recently charged onto the scene with its acquisition of a streaming video technology company and parts of 21st Century Fox. If it plays out like Sanderson says … [Read more...] about Netflix still has a ton of room to grow — even with Disney in the ring
Critics are in love with a new Netflix show that its CEO calls the ‘most engaging addictive original’ in a long time
Since its release on Friday, Netflix’s original TV series “The End of the F***ing World,” has gained widespread acclaim from critics, along with an enthusiastic seal of approval from Netflix CEO Reed Hastings. An absurdist black-comedy based on a comic series of the same name, the British show first premiered on the UK’s Channel 4 in October. It currently stands at a 100% “Fresh” rating on the reviews aggregator Rotten Tomatoes. “The End of the F***ing World” follows the exploits of James, a 17 year old who believes he’s a psychopath, and his classmate, Alyssa, who runs away from her rough home life in the company of James. In a review for The Atlantic, Sophie Gilbert called the show a “surprising tour-de-force” that feels “a bit like a Wes Anderson screenplay that’s been rejected for being too dark.” Variety’s Sonia Saraiya similarly praised the series for how it “gets under the … [Read more...] about Critics are in love with a new Netflix show that its CEO calls the ‘most engaging addictive original’ in a long time
Streaming services like Netflix won the most Golden Globe TV awards for the first time — here’s how it broke down by network
Streaming services collectively won the largest awards tally at the 2018 Golden Globes, beating out cable and broadcast TV networks for the first time in the award show’s history. While HBO took home four Golden Globes for one show, “Big Little Lies” – the most of any network and the only wins for premium cable – the three major streaming services together landed five out of the total 11 awards. Amazon Studios won two awards for “The Marvellous Mrs. Maisel,” including best comedy series and best actress in a comedy series for Rachel Brosnahan. Hulu also won two awards for “The Handmaid’s Tale,” including best drama series and best actress in a drama series for Elisabeth Moss. Aziz Ansari’s performance in “Master of None” won Netflix its only award of the night, for best actor in a comedy series. Last year, basic cable reigned, as FX took home the most awards with four (two a piece for “The People v. … [Read more...] about Streaming services like Netflix won the most Golden Globe TV awards for the first time — here’s how it broke down by network