Netflix started as a DVD rental service in 1997 and launched its streaming platform in 2007. Today it has over 230 million subscribers worldwide and produces hundreds of original titles every year. Here are some fun facts to share with your friends:
- “Stranger Things” is one of the most-watched original series on the platform, inspiring a dedicated fan base and endless memes.
- Netflix’s recommendation algorithm drives about 80% of viewer activity, suggesting content based on your watching habits.
- The streaming giant spends more than $15 billion a year on content, making it one of the largest entertainment producers in the world.
- Netflix has won over 100 Emmy awards for its original programming, including “The Crown,” “The Queen’s Gambit,” and “Squid Game.”
- The company’s first original series, “Lilyhammer,” premiered in 2012 and paved the way for the Netflix Original empire.
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