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“In theatrical, we debated many times over the years whether we should build a theatrical distribution engine or not. And in a world of priority setting and constrained resources, it just didn’t make the priority cut. So now, when this deal closes, we will have the benefit of having a scaled, world-class theatrical distribution business with more than $4 billion of global box office. And we’re excited to maintain it and further strengthen that business. So Warner Bros. films are going to be released in theaters with a 45-day window, just like they are today.”

– Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos on why the company changed its position on theatrical windowing

 

UP AHEAD

Jan. 29: FCC Open Meeting, D.C.

Jan. 30: NTCA AI Summit, Online

Feb. 1-3: IAB Annual Leadership Meeting, Palm Springs, California

Feb. 1-4: Realscreen Summit, Miami

Feb. 4-6: NATPE Global, Miami

Feb. 4-5: INCOMPAS Policy Summit, D.C.

Feb. 16-18: NCTC Winter Educational Conference, Las Vegas

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