Background
December 5, 2025
History
Written
Anew.

Netflix joins forces with Warner Bros. Discovery.

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Future by Numbers

Incredible metrics of the unified platform

Global Subscribers
Annual Content Spend
IP Titles Owned
Projected Annual Revenue

The Deal of the Century

The largest acquisition in media history

Total Value

Surpassing Disney's acquisition of Fox ($71.3B) in 2019, this marks a historic moment. It is not just a merger, but a complete reshaping of the entertainment industry landscape.

Structure

Cash & Stock

Announced

Dec 5, 2025

Expected Completion

Q3-Q4 2026

Unrivaled Assets

Acquiring half of Hollywood's history

Warner Bros. Pictures

Warner Bros. Pictures

A 100-year legacy. Home to Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, The Matrix, Dune, and legendary franchises.

HBO & HBO Max

HBO & HBO Max

The synonym for premium content. Game of Thrones, The Sopranos, Succession, The Wire, The Last of Us.

DC Universe

DC Universe

Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Joker. The most powerful and iconic superhero library.

Discovery & Others

Discovery & Others

Discovery Channel, CNN, Cartoon Network, Eurosport. From documentaries to news and sports.

Strategic Synergy

The End of the Streaming Wars

1

Solving the IP Deficit

With Harry Potter, DC Universe, and Game of Thrones, we evolve beyond a platform into a powerful fandom business ecosystem.

2

Unrivaled Content Library

HBO's acclaimed series and Warner's blockbuster movies meet Netflix's global distribution network to create unprecedented impact.

3

Production Efficiency

Leveraging proven IPs and world-class production infrastructure to maximize hit rates and drastically improve efficiency.

New Content

Lineup Turning Imagination to Reality

Harry Potter Original Series (7-Season Epic)

Christopher Nolan's DC Cinematic Universe Reboot

Game of Thrones: Aegon's Conquest (Prequel)

Stranger Things x IT (Stephen King) Crossover

The Matrix: Origins (Animated Series)

New Content

Industry Reactions

Hope and Fear Coexist

Finally, we can see DC movies made with proper capital. Watching HBO masterpieces with Netflix's UX will be a dreamlike experience.

Market & Fandom

WSJ & Major Communities
Diversity of content will disappear, leaving only algorithm-driven production. A serious threat to the theater ecosystem.
WGA & Theater Owners

Concerns

Regulatory Outlook

A Tough Path to Approval

FTC (USA)

Under Lina Khan's strong antitrust stance, in-depth investigation is expected with a high probability of lawsuits.

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European Commission (EU)

Strict scrutiny under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), focusing on data monopoly and abuse of market dominance.

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Final Outlook

'Conditional Approval' involving divestiture of key assets is likely, expected to take at least 18 months.

Consumer Impact

Everything in One Subscription

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Ultimate Convenience

Consolidation of fragmented streaming. Now, enjoy all of Hollywood with one app, one payment.

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Pricing Strategy

Due to increased value, a 30-40% price hike or new premium tiers are expected within the next 2 years.

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Deepening Exclusivity

Warner content will be withdrawn from competitors, positioning Netflix as an essential, not optional, subscription.

The Journey Begins

Dec 5, 2025

Announcement

Q1-Q3 2026

Regulatory Approval

Q4 2026

Unified Platform 'Netflix Max'

A Union of Giants.

The king of streaming meets the legend of Hollywood to redefine the future of entertainment.

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