US EditionFamed director James Cameron sends scathing letter to antitrust lawmaker over Netflix-WBD deal
James Cameron warns the merger could reduce theatrical releases and jobs, while Netflix plans $20 billion U.S. investment in film and TV production in 2026.
- Last week, James Cameron, Canadian filmmaker, sent a letter to Senator Mike Lee warning Netflix's proposed WBD acquisition could harm the U.S. theatrical industry, obtained by CNBC.
- Cameron pointed to Netflix's business model and prior remarks to explain `The business model of Netflix is directly at odds with the theatrical film production and exhibition business, which employs hundreds of thousands of Americans`,
- Netflix responded that `With this deal, we're going to increase, not reduce, production investments going forward, supported by a stronger combined business and balance sheet,` when asked about the merger, and outlined $20 billion in planned 2026 spend.
- Senator Mike Lee, R‑Utah, said, "We have received outreach from actors, directors, and other interested parties about the proposed Netflix and Warner Brothers merger, and I share many of their concerns" and the Feb. 10 letter amplifies Justice Department worries about fewer theatrical releases.
- Noting distribution patterns, he stressed major films typically reach over 3,000 theaters and therefore argues Netflix's 17‑day pledge is 'ridiculously short' compared to industry standards of 45 to 60 days.
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Netflix co-CEO accuses James Cameron of spreading 'misinformation' about Warner Bros. acquisition
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos accused legendary director James Cameron of believing misinformation after Cameron criticized Netflix’s potential acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD)."I'm particularly surprised and disappointed that James chose to be part of the Paramount disinformation campaign that's been going on for months about this deal," Sarandos said on "The Claman Countdown" Friday.Netflix announced its proposed acquisition of WBD, i…
In a letter to Senator Mike Lee, Canadian filmmaker James Cameron is concerned about the possible acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Netflix.
James Cameron Fears Netflix Acquiring Warner Bros. Will Lead to Death of Cinema in Letter to Sen. Mike Lee
Academy Award-winning movie titan James Cameron penned a letter Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) warning that Netflix acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery could lead to the death of cinema.
For "the humble farmer of cinema", this sale will not only endanger his creativity, but above all the balance in the cinemas.
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