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Netflix Shitcanned Film Chief Dan Lin Too
Publication: Daring Fireball
Author: John Gruber
Source published: 19/10/2026, 21:15:57 UTC
Briefing created: 19/10/2026, 22:57:23 UTC
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Briefings
Deadline reports that Dan Lin, Netflix's former Chief Content Officer, has been removed from the role, with sources confirming he is meeting with staff for a post-mortem. A successor named Peter Rice is expected to take over the Chief Content Officer role from Bela Bajaria, though the specific successor to Lin remains unnamed until Rice's arrival. The article notes that Netflix's movies are perceived as worse than their series, contrasting with Apple TV's reputation for quality series.
Key points
- Dan Lin, the former Netflix Chief Content Officer, has been removed from the role following a period of speculation.
- Peter Rice is expected to take over the Chief Content Officer role from Bela Bajaria upon Lin's departure.
Context
This finding matters as it highlights a significant leadership change at Netflix, occurring in late 2025, amidst ongoing industry discussions about the quality of Netflix's film content compared to its series.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to a single source from Deadline and X, with no confirmation of Lin's specific successor name or the exact date of Rice's takeover.
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