Netflix (NFLX) shares have shown a robust return of 24.7% in the year-to-date period, surpassing the Consumer Discretionary sector’s growth of 10.2%. This success is attributed to the stellar performance of its recent content releases and a promising pipeline extending into 2024.
Mystery enthusiasts are in for a treat with Netflix’s latest announcement of “The Seven Dials Mystery”, an upcoming series crafted by none other than the talented Chris Chibnall, known for his work on “Broadchurch” and “Doctor Who”.
“The Seven Dials Mystery” is a detective fiction novel by Agatha Christie, initially published in the UK by William Collins & Sons on January 24, 1929, before making its way to the US later that year. The storyline revolves around the aristocratic couple Sir Oswald and Lady Coote, their extravagant party, and a peculiar chain of events triggered by a mysterious death.
Executive produced by Suzanne Mackie of Orchid Pictures and Chris Sussman of “Good Omens,” the series boasts a stellar cast and crew lineup. Chris Sweeney, renowned for his work on “The Tourist” and “Back to Life,” will be directing, heightening anticipation for this much-awaited project.
This collaboration marks the first between Orchid Pictures and Netflix, with production anticipated to kick off this summer. Chris Chibnall takes the helm not only as the writer but also an executive producer through his production company, Imaginary Friends.
James Prichard of Agatha Christie Limited expressed his excitement at seeing Christie’s iconic characters breathe to life through Chibnall’s skilled storytelling and the collaborative efforts of Orchid Pictures and Netflix.
Netflix, Inc. Price and Consensus
Netflix is primed to advance its top-line growth with a diverse content portfolio scheduled for release throughout 2024. This encompasses a range of movies, TV shows, and original films, poised to propel the company’s revenue trajectory in the near future.
For the first quarter of 2024, Netflix is eyeing a 16% revenue surge on a F/X neutral basis. The Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company anticipates earnings of $4.49 per share, signifying a robust 55.9% year-over-year growth or 12% on a foreign-exchange neutral basis.
In April 2024, Netflix’s slate includes various content offerings such as the nature docuseries “Our Living World,” German action series “Crooks” (Season 1), stand-up comedy special “Demetri Martin: Demetri Deconstructed,” and more. This varied content lineup is poised to fend off competition from industry peers like Disney, Amazon, and Apple.
Netflix’s performance has outshone Amazon and Apple while lagging behind Disney in year-to-date gains. While Disney and Amazon have enjoyed 35.5% and 18.7% growth, respectively, Apple has seen a decline of 10.9%.
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