Netflix 300 Million Subscribers as Streaming Giant Seals $83 Billion Mega Deal?

Netflix sent a surprising email late last night to its more than 300 million subscribers worldwide (Netflix Warner Bros. deal). The email was sent to calm concerns raised after the company announced its $83 billion purchase of Warner Bros. Netflix stated clearly, "Nothing is changing at this time."

Netflix Says No Change for Users After WB Deal

Netflix clarified in its message that both Netflix and Warner Bros. will continue to operate separately on their respective platforms for a long time. This big deal needs approval from regulators and shareholders, which may take at least 12 to 18 months. This means that for the viewers, everything will remain exactly the same. The FAQ released on Netflix's website also reiterated that there will be no change in the subscription plans, Warner Bros. movies and shows will not be available on Netflix right now.

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US Lawmakers Object to Netflix–Warner Bros Merger

As soon as the deal was announced, there was a political uproar in America. Leaders of both the Democratic and Republican parties strongly objected to this merger, Senator Elizabeth Warren called it an “anti-monopoly nightmare”. Representative Pramila Jayapal said that this deal could lead to expensive services and more advertisements in the future. Republican Senator Mike Lee said that this deal is going to make the regulators very uncomfortable. Not only politicians, many organizations related to the Hollywood industry also expressed apprehension that this big merger could lead to situations like job cuts, less opportunities for creators. (Netflix 300 million subscribers update)

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Netflix Co-CEO Backs Warner Bros Merger Benefits

Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos, speaking to investors, said the merger would be beneficial for everyone—viewers, creators, and employees. He said the combined strengths of Netflix and Warner Bros. would create an entertainment giant that no other platform could easily match. If the deal goes through, Netflix could gain the world's biggest franchises—

• Harry Potter

• Friends

• Game of Thrones

• DC Universe

All of these are Netflix's own hit series—

• Stranger Things

• Wednesday

• Will be present with Bridgerton.

However, the audience will have to wait to see all this on a single platform.

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When will the deal be completed? (Warner Bros merger with Netflix)

The earliest this deal could be completed is December 2026. Until then, your Netflix app will look exactly the same as it does now.

FAQs

Q1. Why did Netflix send an email to subscribers late at night?

A1. To calm concerns that had been circulating since the deal was announced, Netflix said nothing was changing.

Q2. Will Netflix and Warner Bros. work together now?

A2. No, both platforms will operate completely separately for the next 12–18 months.

Q3. Will there be any changes to Netflix's subscription plans?

A3. No, Netflix has clarified that there are no changes to the plan.

Q4. Will Warner Bros. movies and shows now be available on Netflix?

A4. No, Warner Bros. content will not be available on Netflix at this time.

Q5. How long can it take to complete the deal?

A5. The deal could take 12 to 18 months, or until December 2026, to receive regulatory and shareholder approval .