We’re speaking in regards to the HBO Unique present Insecure — it appears Netflix is perhaps licensing some rivals content material, so what is perhaps subsequent?
We learn (by way of Deadline), Warner Bros Discovery are wanting to earn more money from HBO Unique titles, and are in talks with Netflix to make just a few reveals accessible, beginning with Insecure. It is a main transfer if it occurs — with the brand new Max streaming service, the 2 organisations are rival, but it’s lengthy appeared to us all streamers will have a look at methods to make older reveals extra extensively accessible long term, even when just for quick durations. Whereas it’s excellent news for followers of the present, it led us to surprise, what HBO Unique reveals would we watch on Netflix? Sure, it’s one other listing!
What’s Insecure?
A fast diversion earlier than we begin, and a fast information to Insecure. First there’s the official web site, telling us:
Created by and starring Issa Rae, this comedy collection seems on the friendship of two modern-day black girls, in addition to all of their uncomfortable experiences and racy tribulations. As they navigate the tough skilled and private terrain of Los Angeles, greatest buddies Issa (Rae) and Molly (Yvonne Orji) face the challenges of being black girls who defy all stereotypes.
The present ran for 5 seasons, ending in 2021. All episodes at the moment are streaming on Max.
What reveals would possibly comply with?
We had a fast brainstorm at CultBox Towers and got here up with the next, beginning with the biggie…
Recreation of Thrones
It’s the behemoth of reveals, and we’ll embody Home of the Dragon as properly. It wants no introduction, and would problem Netflix reveals reminiscent of The Witcher. Might the crown jewel be licensed to Netflix (or others)? We don’t see it taking place anytime quickly. Let’s transfer on earlier than we get carried away.
The Larry Sanders Present
Operating for six seasons throughout 88 episode, this traditional fourth-wall smashing comedy from the ’90s is one we’d be blissful to see once more. It’s additionally (in keeping with Rotten Tomatoes) the #1 rated HBO Unique.
The Sopranos
Solely making #38 within the Rotten Tomatoes listing, The Sopranos is one other present needing no introduction. Operating from 1999-2007, this crime drama is usually cited as the most effective dramas ever made. Rolling Stone listed at at #1 within the 100 biggest TV reveals of all time in each 2016 and 2022. One we’d undoubtedly be eager to sit down and binge.
Westworld
Westworld
Cancelled in 2022 after 4 seasons, this present is rooted within the 1973 Michael Crichton movie of the identical title, with components of 1976 sequel Futureworld. Considered one of (if not the) largest debut audiences on HBO, scores and viewers declined over the 4 seasons, with the present being cancelled earlier than a fifth and last season could possibly be made. Now we have to confess to a tender spot for the unique movie, and who wouldn’t need to go to “the futuristic fantasy park often called Westworld, a gaggle of android ‘hosts’ deviate from their programmers’ rigorously deliberate scripts in a disturbing sample of aberrant habits.”
And there’s (a lot) extra, however
In fact we may produce a really lengthy listing, protecting many different reveals (reminiscent of Mare of Easttown or Chernobyl) it’s value mentioning Sky already has many (most?) of those reveals accessible within the UK by way of its NOW service. Would Netflix be capable to license any HBO Unique present within the UK market? It’s one thing we’ll be maintaining an eye fixed open for.
What HBO Unique reveals would you prefer to see come to Netflix? Tell us within the feedback.