About Netflix

Entertaining the world since 1997

Our Story

Netflix is the world's leading streaming entertainment service with over 230 million paid memberships in more than 190 countries enjoying TV series, documentaries, and feature films across a wide variety of genres and languages.

Members can watch as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, on any Internet-connected screen. Members can play, pause and resume watching, all without commercials or commitments.

Netflix Story

Netflix by the Numbers

230M+
Global Members
190+
Countries
15,000+
Titles Available
26
Years of Service
Netflix Mission

Our Mission

To entertain the world. We believe everyone deserves to be entertained. That's why we're committed to creating, acquiring and distributing the world's best stories for all audiences around the world.

Global Reach

Available in 190+ countries with content in 30+ languages

For Everyone

Content for all ages, interests, and backgrounds

Original Content

Award-winning Netflix Originals you won't find anywhere else

Our Journey

1997

Netflix Founded

Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph launch Netflix as a DVD-by-mail service

2007

Streaming Begins

Netflix launches streaming service, revolutionizing how people watch TV and movies

2013

Original Content

House of Cards premieres, marking Netflix's entry into original programming

2016

Global Expansion

Netflix launches in 130 new countries, becoming truly global

2018

Interactive Content

Black Mirror: Bandersnatch introduces interactive storytelling

2023

AI & Innovation

Implementing AI for better content recommendations and user experience

Culture & Values

Innovation

We constantly push boundaries in technology and storytelling to deliver the best entertainment experience.

Inclusion

We believe in the power of diverse voices and stories that reflect the world we live in.

Integrity

We do the right thing, even when it's difficult, and build trust through transparency.

Excellence

We strive for excellence in everything we do, from content creation to customer service.

Leadership Team

Reed Hastings

Reed Hastings

Co-Founder & Executive Chairman

Reed co-founded Netflix in 1997 and has led the company's evolution from DVD-by-mail to streaming entertainment.

Ted Sarandos

Ted Sarandos

Co-CEO & Chief Content Officer

Ted oversees Netflix's content strategy and has been instrumental in Netflix's original programming success.

Greg Peters

Greg Peters

Co-CEO

Greg focuses on product innovation and global expansion, driving Netflix's technological advancement.

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