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Netflix is reportedly in advanced talks to acquire EuropaCorp, the studio behind the Transporter and Taken franchises. The company was originally founded in 1996 by Luc Besson (director/writer of classics such as Léon: The Professional), who is expected to continue overseeing the creative side of the company.
The proposed deal would also make a lot of sense for Netflix, who has been making a big push for original films, especially those blockbuster films that would normally be reserved for the big screen. Last year saw “Bright” released on the streaming service, which carried an almost-$100 million budget, and was so successful (at least with viewers, definitely not with critics) that Netflix quickly greenlit a sequel.
The proposed deal would also make a lot of sense for Netflix, who has been making a big push for original films, especially those blockbuster films that would normally be reserved for the big screen. Last year saw “Bright” released on the streaming service, which carried an almost-$100 million budget, and was so successful (at least with viewers, definitely not with critics) that Netflix quickly greenlit a sequel.