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Old 05-11-2016, 23:47
Versailles
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Maybe not all of what's on Netflx is worth watching but I would not say there's nothing on Netflix. I use Netflix a few times a week so dose my sister.
This thread is just a waste of time.

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You watch Netflix a few times a week, and so does your sister. Therefor, this thread is a waste of time..?
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Old 08-11-2016, 13:53
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I agree. Netflix needs to do better. None of the series or movies I would like to watch is there.

Monk, Poirot, Marple, Little house on the Prairie, Columbo, Jessica Fletcher, Hitchcock presents, Midsomer murders, Walking dead, Hart to Hart, Psych,.. Nothing..

And documentaries. I would love documentaries on ex. Amelia Earhart, Moors murders, unsolved historical crimes, Lindbergh "kidnapping", royal history, Versailles, historical artwork and so forth.

I even tried to search for Game of Thrones, since my son thought it is so good. I know I would hate it, but it wasn't on netflix anyway, so.

I realise they can't have it all, but not even one little show or movie of interest have I found,

Ok, I am lying. I watched the series called Scream, and also watched a movie called Hush.
Obviously enough for over 80 million though. Netflix like Amazon and SKY's Now TV add to linear TV where it offers choice, some will love it, some will not find enough and others will opt in and out of all of them finding a series, documentaries or films that they want but don't want to be tied to a contract.

The biggest thing Netflix has done however is break up the cosy cable/satellite system where it has forced major players to launch stand alone streaming options at much reduced prices. Choose the cheapest and best broadband provider and opt in and out of SKY, Netflix and Amazon and it will offer vastly more content and save you money at the same time.
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Old 30-11-2016, 09:43
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The problem I have with Netflix is the limited choice you get compared with other countries e.g. USA
When people who paid for an unblocking service were able to gain a wider choice it became a lot more attractive. However, since their blocking policy became active the choice has declined considerably. Which in my case coincided with a price hike.
What made it worse was the lies I got from Netflix when I complained. Their 'line' was that there would be no need for unblocking content as everyone would receive the same amount of choice.
A blatant lie as a recent visit to the US showed me exactly how much more you get for your dollar if you live over there.!
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Old 30-11-2016, 10:05
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The problem I have with Netflix is the limited choice you get compared with other countries e.g. USA
When people who paid for an unblocking service were able to gain a wider choice it became a lot more attractive. However, since their blocking policy became active the choice has declined considerably. Which in my case coincided with a price hike.
What made it worse was the lies I got from Netflix when I complained. Their 'line' was that there would be no need for unblocking content as everyone would receive the same amount of choice.
A blatant lie as a recent visit to the US showed me exactly how much more you get for your dollar if you live over there.!
Netflix is not unique in this, US broadcasters have been doing this for as long as Film and TV distribution has existed. Many US TV shows are shown in the US months before they are shown in the UK some not even shown in the UK. Netflix cannot demand that the shows they buy form US studios are available in other territories because those studios sell their content through other distribution channles. However Netflix and kudos to HBO want and are making their original content available in all territories so as we move forward and more original content is produced all of us will have access to it.

Another development from Netflix has been making native original content in European countries using native production companies and actors but also showcasing it across international regions. Netflix at least should be congratulated for trying to break up the system that US studios have held over domestic and international distribution and given millions a cheaper alternative to accessing it.
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Old 30-11-2016, 15:30
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As has already been mentioned hardly anyone is happy with their own regions and all seem to think others are better. Head to the US and they think Canada and the UK are better, etc etc.
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Old 13-12-2016, 06:39
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You get what you paid for.

Netflix is the poundland equivalent of entertainment services.
The Crown, the most expensive TV show ever made, says hi.
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Old 13-12-2016, 14:52
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Yes of couse NF is the poundland of TV. A company that has Disney and Marvel exclusive rights, is probably making some of the best TV out there, they must be so cheap.
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