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Former Amazon Studios boss warns the Netflix-Warner Bros. deal will make Hollywood 'a system that circles a single sun'.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Ma, Jason 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the potential implications of a merger between Netflix and Warner Bros., highlighting concerns about the creation of a monopsony in the entertainment industry. Roy Price, former head of Amazon Studios, warns that such a merger could centralize control over content production, reducing opportunities and compensation for creative professionals. While Netflix argues that the acquisition would enhance production capacity and job creation, critics, including industry figures and political voices, express fears about the impact on free speech and the potential for antitrust issues. The merger is expected to undergo significant regulatory scrutiny, reflecting broader concerns about market concentration in the entertainment sector. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Fortune.com. 2025/12, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:189860590
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