Netflix Adds Miramax Titles

BEVERLY HILLS/SANTA MONICA: Starting in June, Netflix members in the U.S. can access hundreds of movies from the Miramax library, including classics such as Pulp Fiction, The English Patient and Good Will Hunting.

The multi-year agreement with Netflix marks the first time Miramax titles are available through a digital subscription service. Titles coming to Netflix include Shakespeare in Love, Bad Santa, Chasing Amy, Clerks, Cold Mountain, From Dusk Till Dawn, Kill Bill volumes one and two, The Piano, Halloween and many others. Dozens of titles will be added on a rotating basis.

"Netflix is thrilled to enter into this deal with the new team at Miramax," said Ted Sarandos, Netflix’s chief content officer. "Existing relationships with management and a shared affinity for these great films make this an important deal for both companies and for our members, who will enjoy instantly watching movies from one of the truly great film libraries for many years to come."

"From day one, we’ve been very clear about the importance of digital and our desire to respond to the significant pent-up demand for our films—delivering to consumers whenever and wherever they want," added Mike Lang, the CEO of Miramax. "This agreement is an important first step in our digital strategy. Netflix has always been a trailblazer, with a tremendous track record of innovation and quality customer service. We’re thrilled to now be in business with them as we build and revitalize the proud Miramax brand."