American media executive, co-CEO of Netflix since 2020
Ofcom has found 26% of UK viewers now turn to Netflix first when choosing what to watch, narrowly ahead of the BBC on 25%, while ITV is first for 15%. YouTube viewing has surged: TV viewing of YouTube has doubled since 2022 to 19 minutes a day and total daily YouTube time is 41 minutes. Traditional broadcasters’ weekly reach has fallen to 70%.
Multiple sources report President Trump is calling for a federal production incentive to spur U.S. film and TV production, arguing it will bring jobs back to America. The idea has drawn support from SAG-AFTRA, IATSE, the Teamsters and lawmakers, as California expands film incentives to remain competitive.
Netflix executives describe events as appointment TV and outline a strategy to use global events, NFL rights, and international games to fuel growth. The company is pursuing five NFL games this season and contemplates FIFA World Cup rights while expanding international programming amid a shifting sports and entertainment landscape.