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Netflix and Globo’s 18-Title Deal: Known Titles, Rights and Rollout

The package licenses existing Globo productions. The named films, telenovela and sitcom have distinct market rights, and only some titles are already publicly identified.

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Netflix will stream La Velada del Año live for 2027 to 2029

The deal covers three editions of Ibai Llanos’s Spanish-language creator boxing and entertainment event. Netflix calls each an exclusive live stream; it has not announced the 2027 date, card or venue, and the release leaves replay terms open.

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Banana Ball in 2027: The Disney Tournament and Documentary, Explained

Disney’s October announcement ties two different projects to Banana Ball: a four-game event at Walt Disney World in April and a music-driven documentary planned for Disney+ and Hulu in fall 2027.

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Peter Rice Is Set to Become Netflix’s Chief Content Officer: What the Role Covers

Netflix says Rice will take over on October 26, leading a global content organization across series, films and live events. His prior roles at Fox and Disney span television networks, studios and film.

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