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Netflix loses bidding war for upcoming crime thriller due to their refusal to embrace theatrical releases
Amazon’s Victory in the Bidding War
The upcoming crime thriller, Crime 101, starring Chris Hemsworth and Pedro Pascal, caused a heated bidding war among major production companies. Ultimately, Amazon emerged victorious, offering $90 million compared to Netflix’s bid. The decisive factor was Amazon’s willingness to include a theatrical window in the deal – something Netflix has been resistant to.
Crime 101: A Crime Thriller
Based on the novella by Don Winslow, Crime 101 is expected to be an intense crime thriller. The movie will feature Hemsworth and Pascal as the two central characters – Detective Lou Lubesnick and the criminal he is determined to capture. With the plot drawing comparisons to films like Heat, the star power of these two actors made Crime 101 highly sought after in the bidding war.
Netflix’s Stance on Theatrical Releases
Netflix has maintained its rigid approach of avoiding theatrical releases or keeping them as short as possible. However, this stance has cost the company opportunities like Crime 101. While some movies benefit from a streaming-only release, Netflix’s best films could have achieved even greater success and cultural impact with a theatrical launch.
Netflix Must Adapt to Avoid Falling Behind
Netflix’s unique appeal was the ability to watch new movies from the comfort of home. However, as other studios release their own straight-to-streaming projects, this advantage is diminishing. Despite the decline in box office numbers, films like Barbie and The Super Mario Bros Movie have proven that the right projects can still draw audiences to theaters. Netflix’s refusal to adapt its approach may result in losing out on valuable projects.
Crime 101’s Box Office Potential
Hemsworth and Pascal’s involvement in Crime 101 adds significant star power. However, as a basic crime thriller, it may not reach the same box office success as other theatrical releases. Nevertheless, Amazon’s strategic plan includes a decent theatrical window and effective marketing to recoup their investment. This is an area where Netflix falls short, as they are not up to speed with this approach.
Source : screenrant.com
