Netflix and Fim Production

o   Netflix & Original Film Production

Netflix first original movie, a sequel to Ang Lee’s martial-arts epic Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon -

Original production  = new territory for the Internet-streaming firm.

Netflix partnered with independent producer the Weinstein Co. to release Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: The Green Legend.

The film will also premiere at the same time on some global IMAX theatres — but it will not hit mainstream cinemas, Netflix said.

The film was released in the United States on Netflix and in 10-15 IMAX screens on February 26, 2016

The deal between the streaming service and the production house threatens to upset to the traditional model of releasing movies: put them out first in cinemas and then wait months before making them available on DVD and streaming services, including Netflix.

The pact could have a huge effect on already dwindling box office numbers, with the option to watch a film straight away on Netflix negating the need to head to a cinema (unless you're determined to get the full, immersive experience).

“Beasts of No Nation,” releasing on October 16 on Netflix, and starring Idris Elba, the film tells the story of a child soldier torn from his family during a civil war in an African nation.

Following “Beasts of No Nation,” Netflix says it will release the first of four Adam Sandler films with the launch of “The Ridiculous Six” on December 11, 2015. While Sandler can still churn out hits, his film releases are hit-or-miss. For every box office winner, there are a couple of bombs. However, as DVD and video-on-demand releases, Sandler movies do well. That means they’ll likely work for Netflix’s viewer base, too.