Kara Swisher Breaks Down Netflix/Warner Bros. Deal
Episode Description
“Buckle up your seat belts as they say in the movies. It's going to be a bumpy ride.”
Kara Swisher unpacks down the Netflix/Warner Bros. deal — and the aftershocks for Hollywood and D.C.
Brief Summary
Netflix's $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Brothers reshapes Hollywood's landscape amid a bidding war with Paramount and Comcast.
Key points
- Netflix Wins Media Titan War. Netflix has emerged victorious in the bidding war for Warner Brothers Discovery, valued at $82.7 billion.
- Shifting Villains in Hollywood. Netflix, once seen as the villain, now shifts the narrative towards Paramount.
- Paramount's Hostile Move. Paramount may take a hostile approach against Netflix, signaling a contentious battle ahead.
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Episode highlights
- Shifting Villains in HollywoodNetflix, once seen as the villain, now shifts the narrative towards Paramount.“Netflix has shifted the villain over to Paramount.”1:12Dec 5, 2025
- Paramount's Hostile MoveParamount may take a hostile approach against Netflix, signaling a contentious battle ahead.“Paramount could go hostile and take the matter to shareholders.”1:18Dec 5, 2025
