However, the last decade has witnessed a paradigm shift. The rise of streaming platforms has disrupted traditional theatrical windows and linear broadcasting, while the franchise model has prioritized intellectual property (IP) over auteur-driven stories. This paper addresses a central research question: How do the production and distribution strategies of modern entertainment studios influence the form, content, and global reception of popular entertainment?
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Warner Bros. (WB) exemplifies the instability of post-merger studio management. After the 2022 merger with Discovery, new CEO David Zaslav embarked on a controversial strategy: shelving nearly completed films (e.g., Batgirl ) for tax write-offs, aggressively cutting HBO Max content, and pivoting back to theatrical windows after a brief day-and-date streaming experiment. WB’s production output has been erratic: successes like Barbie (2023, $1.4 billion global) contrast with high-profile flops like The Flash (2023) and Blue Beetle .
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: The pioneer of modern streaming, Netflix operates as both a distributor and a massive production studio. By investing billions annually into "Netflix Originals," the studio produces global cultural phenomena like Stranger Things and Squid Game .
Universal has mastered the art of the "franchise." With the Fast & Furious saga, Jurassic World , and the world-dominating animation of ( Despicable Me , The Super Mario Bros. Movie ), Universal consistently proves that high-octane action and vibrant family fun are the keys to global appeal. The Disruption of Streaming Productions
This study employs a qualitative comparative case study approach. Four studios were selected based on their distinct production philosophies and market positions: However, the last decade has witnessed a paradigm shift
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: Game of Thrones , Succession , The Last of Us , and House of the Dragon .
: The highest-grossing film franchise in history, spanning over 30 films and multiple TV series. A deeper look into like South Korea or
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Universal thrives on diverse cinematic offerings and highly lucrative, long-running franchises.
The industry is undergoing rapid consolidation. High production costs are forcing studios to rely heavily on established intellectual property. At the same time, international production hubs in South Korea, India, and Nigeria are challenging Western dominance. Audiences now demand a blend of familiar nostalgia and fresh, diverse global perspectives.