Netflix Q3 Revenue Up; 'Troll 2' Sequel Announced
Key Takeaways
- Netflix's Q3 revenue rose 17%, driven by 'KPop Demon Hunters' (325M views) and 'Wednesday' S2.
- Netflix to release 'Troll 2' sequel globally on December 1, 2025; trailer unveiled.
- 'The Long Walk,' a Stephen King adaptation, streams on PVOD after $50M worldwide gross.
- Trailer released for 'Ella McCay,' a political comedy starring Emma Mackey, for December 2025 release.
- Hulu’s 'The Hand That Rocks the Cradle' remake released October 22, 2025, receives critical critique.
Top Stories
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