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Here’s when The Great British Baking Show comes back to Netflix US

Brittany A. Roston | Sep 15, 2020

Netflix has announced when US subscribers will be able to catch the latest episodes from the next season of The Great British Baking Show, which will first be made available to viewers in the United Kingdom. The series debuted on the BBC back in 2010, quickly growing in popularity and earning itself a place on international TVs. Netflix began streaming the series with its third season for viewers in the US.

Here’s how to watch some Netflix shows without an account

Eric Abent | Aug 31, 2020

Netflix has long been one of the kings of streaming, but these days, it's facing some stiff competition from old foes and newcomers alike. With Hulu, Amazon, Disney, NBC, and more all vying for a slice of the streaming pie, Netflix certainly has a fight on its hands. Perhaps that's why it's now letting people stream some of its original content for free, with no account needed.

Netflix just dropped official details on its Resident Evil series

Brittany A. Roston | Aug 27, 2020

Following multiple rumors and leaks, one which appeared on the company's own website, Netflix has confirmed its plans to release an original Resident Evil series based on the popular video game franchise from Capcom. The company offered more than mere confirmation of the series existence, however, also dropping some official details about what Resident Evil fans can expect.

Netflix reportedly axes “Altered Carbon”: No season 3

Chris Davies | Aug 26, 2020

Netflix has canceled "Altered Carbon," it's reported, axing the sci-fi series after just two seasons. Based on the novel by Richard K. Morgan, the cyberpunk show focused on a private investigator, Takeshi Kovacs, in a world where consciousness can be transferred between bodies known as "sleeves."

Stranger Things Drive-Into Experience goes live this October

Brittany A. Roston | Aug 23, 2020

Starting this October, Stranger Things fans will get the opportunity to experience the universe in an entirely new way, at least if they're in Los Angeles. Called the Stranger Things Drive-Into Experience, this event is presented by Netflix alongside Secret Cinema and Fever as an immersive environment experienced from one's own vehicle. Ticket sales will start this week.

Netflix just canceled two popular originals because of the pandemic

Brittany A. Roston | Aug 22, 2020

Netflix has canceled two original shows that, despite being new to the platform, have both enjoyed solid ratings from viewers and critics. The reason in this case had nothing to do with the shows' popularity and was instead triggered by pandemic-related issues. In one case, Netflix had already ordered a second season, something it has to reverse as part of this new decision.

Netflix Shuffle Play button solves “what to watch?” dilemma

Chris Davies | Aug 19, 2020

Netflix is testing adding a shuffle button to help solve "what to watch?" indecision, cutting through catalog overload with the help of some personalization smarts. The new "Shuffle Play" control is being trialed among some of Netflix's subscribers, offering a temptingly low-energy way to gain instant TV distraction.

Netflix’s Army of the Dead to refilm some scenes with new actor

Ewdison Then | Aug 14, 2020

Netflix's previously announced original zombie movie Army of the Dead from Zack Snyder will undergo an extensive edit that involves reshooting some scenes in order to replace one actor with another. The decision was made following sexual misconduct allegations leveled against Chris D’Elia, according to a new report, which says that actor Tig Notaro will replace the actor in these scenes.

Netflix plans spooky 2021 summer event with Fear Street movie trilogy

Brittany A. Roston | Aug 11, 2020

It seems that a series of somewhat unfortunate events has resulted in Netflix acquiring three movies based on the Fear Street book series from R.L. Stine. The movies were acquired from Disney, a new report claims, which ended up in possession of them as a result of its Fox acquisition. The movies were reportedly originally planned to be released in theaters by Fox, but several things have changed that.

Netflix may acquire unreleased Disney thriller destined for streaming

Brittany A. Roston | Aug 4, 2020

Netflix is on the verge of acquiring a new movie from Disney's 20th Century Studios, a report claims, a transaction that would see the thriller debut on Netflix's own platform. Called The Woman in the Window, the movie directed by Joe Wright stars Amy Adams -- and it is, sadly, the last book adaptation from the Fox 2000 division Disney shut down after acquiring Fox.

Netflix is turning an Ubisoft game from 2003 into a feature film

Brittany A. Roston | Aug 1, 2020

Netflix has revealed its latest adaptation plans, stating that it will be turning Ubisoft's Beyond Good and Evil into a feature film. The announcement was accompanied by an image that teases the style of the game and its main characters. Fans can expect a movie that sticks with the space pirates theme, one that is firmly in the adventure genre.

Despite controversy, Netflix is adding video speed controls on mobile

Brittany A. Roston | Jul 31, 2020

Despite the controversy in the creative community regarding video speed adjustment features, Netflix has decided to move ahead and give its users this option -- at least those who watch on an Android phone or tablet. With this option, users will be able to speed up or slow down the rate at which content plays, making it possible to get through your favorite shows and movies more quickly.