WWE became a pop culture powerhouse over the years thanks to its near-ubiquitous cable TV presence, particularly on USA Network — where “ Monday Night Raw ” was a staple. Moving the flagship series to Netflix, which is still getting its feet wet with live programming, was seen as a bit of a risk.

Thus, the Netflix Reality Universe is competing with Disney, which similarly promoted its wares earlier this year with the likes of Alex Cooper and the Kardashians, and NBCU, which has been dousing Las Vegas in white wine over the last few years at Bravocon.

The grant program, now in its fourth year, doles out $25,000 gifts to four fledgling filmmakers. NewFest has found its new voices for 2025.

Australia's Ludo Studio is expanding its live-action slate with 'Allen,' now shooting in Queensland for Netflix.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry 's multi-year deal with Netflix will not be renewed when it expires in September. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex signed a reported $100 million agreement with the streaming service in 2020. Now, as the contract nears its end, it will conclude without renewal, The Sun reports.