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Don't Look Up: Adam McKay claims 'editing error' was intentional

Select frames in the director's first foray into Netflix filmmaking caught the attention of some eagle-eyed fans, who noticed one key detail that didn't belong in the film.

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'Merry Christmas, ya filthy animal': The six best Christmas movies

It's Christmas! Well, almost. Time to get cosy and press play on these classic festive films. Or you can watch Bad Santa...

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Former Netflix executive jailed for taking bribes from tech companies

Michael Kail is behind bars for two and a half years after taking almost half a million in 'kickbacks' whilst overseeing operations at the streaming platform.

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Final series of Money Heist debuts on Netflix: 5 things to know

As Álex Pina's crime thriller continues to grab the attention of viewers old and new, here are five things you need to know about the show as it reaches its conclusion.

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Fiction causing friction: the real life people angry at biopics

As "House of Gucci" premiers, the Gucci family speak out against their portrayal. But who else is mad at the films that tell their story?

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Squid Game creator gives seal of approval to Mr.Beast's remake

Showrunner Hwang Dong-hyuk was quizzed on MrBeast's multi-million dollar online remake as Squid Game took home its first major US accolade.

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'Call My Agent!' stuns International Emmys with Comedy Series win

The French series surrounding a fictional talent agency has blown up internationally as a result of being platformed on Netflix.

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Kevin Spacey ordered to pay €23 million for 'House of Cards' losses

MRC studios allege the actor halted the production of the Netflix show and required numerous rewrites as a result of sexual assault allegations.

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Italy joins the list of countries creating real-life Squid Games

In Rome, an entertainment event company are organising a real life 'Squid Game' simulating the hit Netflix series from start to finish. Thankfully, nobody gets hurt.

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Italian events company recreates 'Squid Game' for fans

In Rome, an entertainment event company organizes 'Squid Game' games simulating the hit Netflix series from start to finish.

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Squid Game ranked most-watched show on Netflix ever

The streaming service has released new figures on how many hours users spent watching the hit Korean series. And it's a LOT.

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Carole Baskin sues Netflix over Tiger King 2

The Dancing on Ice star wants to prevent Netflix using footage of her in the upcoming sequel.

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Tiger King Joe Exotic reveals he has 'aggressive cancer'

The announcement comes as Joe Exotic is serving time in prison for violating federal wildlife laws and a failed murder-for-hire plot.

Money

A Squid Game cryptocurrency crashed from €2,400 to €0 in 5 minutes

Investors in the SQUID token were told they could take part in a game based on the smash hit Netflix series. Now many are left counting the cost.

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Squid Game doll in Seoul attracts Netflix fans in their droves

The doll arrived in the South Korean capital this week and has sent green tracksuit-clad fans into a frenzy.

Experiences

Squid Game cafe opens in Indonesia as borders open up

Businesses in Indonesia are finding creative ways of getting customers in the door following a difficult year of lockdowns.

Cinema

Netflix is ushering in a new ‘golden age’ for African films

Six young Sub-Saharan African storytellers will be supported to 'reimagine' the continent's folktales for a 2022 premiere.

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Children are mimicking Netflix's Squid Game in the playground

A school in Belgium has warned parents about children playing versions of ‘1,2,3 Piano’ and “beating up” the loser.

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Squid Game becomes Netflix's biggest series launch

The series has been hovering at the top of the charts on Netflix in over 80 countries.

Italy

Italian church oratory thief was inspired by 'Lupin' TV series

A young man in Italy has admitted to stealing from a church oratory, saying he had "learned techniques" from the popular French TV series "Lupin".