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🎬🍿 Major news: Netflix will be launching brick-and-mortar experiential entertainment venues to promote their original IP. The upcoming “Netflix Houses” in Dallas and King of Prussia, PA will offer patrons food, drink, shopping, and immersive experiences from original titles like Bridgerton and Squid Game. Interestingly, Netflix states, “At least initially, Netflix doesn’t see these permanent retail destinations as becoming a sizable new business segment.” While this is a creative marketing move, I am skeptical about Netflix’s long-term commitment to these ventures if they don’t generate substantial revenue. The high costs associated with maintaining IRL immersive experiences will certainly put pressure on Netflix’s marketing budget and perhaps even their overall bottom line. Still, it’s an intriguing experiment in blending digital content with physical spaces. Will Netflix persist with it given the financial implications? Only time will tell. #Netflix #NetflixHouse #MarketingStrategy #Entertainment #BrandEngagement

While everyone's talking about the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity this week, I have to give a shout-out to Netflix for its wild new concept: Netflix House! 🙌 In 2025, Netflix will open massive entertainment, dining, and shopping complexes that bring beloved shows to life. As someone who's led brand experience agencies and is fascinated by the intersection of technology and entertainment, I'm pumped to see Netflix doubling down on the power of in-person experiences. While digital marketing is undeniably crucial, there's just no replacing that magic of bringing people together IRL, even in our digital age. It creates a lasting impression and a deep connection that cannot be replicated. Netflix House 🏠 is set to be a game-changer, letting fans immerse themselves in the worlds of their favourite characters through themed food, merch, and interactive exhibits. I'm excited to see how this shapes up and inspires other companies to go big with their real-world initiatives. Check out the Variety article for all the deets! Kudos to Netflix for having a go. Between them and Airbnb's iconic rentals, they're really changing the game. Love your work! #netflix #experientialmarketing #marketingtrends #retailinnovation #techtrends #entertainmentindustry #media

Not going to lie -- I am a bit giddy about #NetflixHouse! As consumer behavior evolves, it's clear that traditional theaters and malls need to transform or they will die. Netflix's entry into the experience economy marks a significant differentiation from competitors like Hulu and Amazon Video. We've seen from hits like #Bridgerton and Taylor Swift's Era tour that audiences crave immersive experiences that extend beyond the screen. Netflix's move to integrate virtual content with real-world interactions is a bold step in controlling the customer journey. The key question remains: Will this be accessible and compelling enough to drive repeat visits? #Netflix #ExperienceEconomy

In one of my recent posts on the Sony acquisition of Alamo Drafthouse Cinema chain... I expressed surprise that major streamers like Disney, Netflix, or Amazon Prime didn’t make a play for it. The potential for exclusive content showcases and promotional experiences seemed like a perfect fit for these media giants. However, I just learned that Netflix is taking an innovative approach by building their own locations called #NetflixHouse. Set to open in 2025, with the first one in the Galleria Dallas, these venues will offer immersive experiences based on popular shows like Stranger Things and Bridgerton. This move is pretty fascinating! By creating dedicated spaces, Netflix can control the entire customer journey from streaming to real-world interactions. Imagine watching your favorite Netflix series and then stepping into a world where you can experience it firsthand. This strategy could be a great first-step in revolutionizing content consumption and setting a new trend in the industry. Netflix House could be the game-changer theaters need, especially post-pandemic. It’s a bold step towards enhancing customer experience and could inspire other streaming giants to rethink their strategies. What do you think about Netflix House? Will it redefine how we experience entertainment? https://lnkd.in/gJnMbda5

Netflix’s Bold Move. Netflix is taking innovation to the next level by turning former department stores into massive entertainment centers. Imagine hanging out with the Demogorgon from Stranger Things where you once shopped for jeans. Starting with 100,000+ square-foot venues at King of Prussia Mall in Pennsylvania and Galleria Dallas in Texas, Netflix is diving into live experiences. These “Netflix Houses” will be packed with food, drinks, exclusive merch, and more. It's not just about direct revenue—it's about creating buzz and deepening fan engagement. Innovation isn’t just a buzzword. It’s about seeing opportunities where others see empty space. What bold move can you make today that will define your next performance horizon? #Leadership #Innovation #Netflix #LiveExperiences #RetailInnovation #NPH https://lnkd.in/g9UP2CQe

You 'all, I just learned about this news, and Boy, Oh Boy! I'm so excited to read this. From taking over our lounges to now going into a fully immersive experience, Netflix is making yet another bold move. As a marketer, I can't help but admire Netflix's strategic thinking with their new Netflix House complexes. These permanent 100,000+ sq ft entertainment venues, dedicated to immersing fans in their biggest IPs, are a testament to Netflix's ambitious and forward-thinking approach to experiential marketing. The smart move is going all-in on their most popular shows. Creating expansive, immersive experiences around these hits gives fans a compelling reason to visit repeatedly. The themed restaurants and exclusive merch opportunities are also no-brainers. At its core, this seems designed to extend the Netflix streaming experience into the real world. Allowing fans to walk through the worlds of their favorite shows is a brilliant way to deepen their connections to the content. From a strategic point of view, this is a branding investment for Netflix, not a revenue stream. The costs are likely staggering. But these buzz-worthy, differentiated efforts in today's streaming wars can drive meaningful brand affinity long-term. It's an ambitious endeavor that raises the bar for immersive entertainment experiences. If it succeeds, you can expect other major media brands to follow suit quickly. For marketers, it's a bold play worth studying closely. What are your thoughts on it. Lets discuss in the comments below! #Netflix #NetflixHouse #Innovation #Entertainment #Marketing #CustomerExperience #ImmersiveExperiences #BrandEngagement

🚀 Exciting News in Retail! 🚀 Netflix is set to revolutionize the retail landscape with the introduction of Netflix House, immersive entertainment and retail destinations opening in 2025 in Dallas, Texas, and King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. These 100,000+ square foot venues will take over former department stores, offering fans a unique opportunity to step inside the worlds of their favorite shows like "Stranger Things" and "Bridgerton". 📈 Why This Matters: Netflix House is more than just a store; it's an experience. This venture marks a significant shift from traditional retail to experience-driven destinations that attract and engage consumers in new ways. 🔍 Retail Implications: ◻️ Revitalizing Spaces: Breathing new life into vacant department store spaces, transforming them into bustling hubs of activity. ◻️ Experience Over Transaction: Emphasizing interactive, memorable experiences that go beyond mere shopping. ◻️ Physical-Digital Synergy: Blending online and offline worlds, offering fans a tangible connection to digital content. ◻️ Innovation Blueprint: Setting a trend for other brands to follow, integrating entertainment and retail seamlessly. This is a game-changer for the retail industry, showcasing how brands can leverage their IP to create engaging, immersive environments that draw in consumers and drive new revenue streams. 🌟 Read more about Netflix's bold move and its potential impact on the future of retail in the article below. 👇 https://lnkd.in/emKRR9xD #RetailInnovation #NetflixHouse #ExperientialRetail #FutureOfRetail #CustomerExperience #BrandEngagement #RetailTrends #DigitalToPhysical #ShoppingExperience

More evidence of the power of a physical experience, brought to you by…Netflix! The online streaming company is repurposing two ex-department stores at major US malls to create food, merchandise and experience-driven destinations. My colleagues Ian Shimmin and Hamish Coleman wrote recently about how regional shopping centres are repurposing Department Store space in Australia here https://lnkd.in/gGcgEU8a Centres in this country have generally been slower to embrace entertainment uses than malls in many other countries, but the range of entertainment concepts and opportunities available for shopping centre landlords in Australia only continues to grow. Keeping abreast of overseas trends is one of things we do here at Urbis and Cistri.

In the 1980s videos were supposed to bring about the end of suburban cinemas. Instead cinemas boomed, because people have a basic human need to be with people - to go out - and because more product was created to serve the video industry (& cinemas). Then DVDs came and that was supposed to be the end. I know this has been said many times before but if there's one thing you can bank on, it's that change is the constant when it comes to retail property. The evolution continues. What's next? Perhaps a department store will take over a speciality chain!! #retailevolution #retailentertainment #urbis #cinemas

Netflix will launch Netflix-themed mega shopping and dining outlets in 2025. Don't be surprised. Netflix is more than the world's leading New Hollywood streaming service. Netflix is a brand woven into popular culture. And culture is about shared behaviors and beliefs. Sometimes the company shapes behavior, for example, by ushering in binge watching. Sometimes Netflix reflects behavior, as it's doing by tapping into Americans' fondness for experiential shopping, dining, and playing. The outlets expand upon a multi-channel retailing strategy that also includes the online Netflix Store, where you can order themed merchandise, including custom-designed clothing connected to its popular shows (like Hot Topic for Netflix fans). In fact, Netflix has had a offline presence for quite some time, including pop-up shops and special events such as "The Queen's Ball: A Bridgerton Experience." (On a related note, Netflix has bought two theaters to hold movie premieres and show off some of its major original films.) Netflix says that the destinations will exist primarily to drive fan engagement in its shows. Whereas Amazon views its Prime Video business as a way to drive Prime membership, Netflix views things the other way around: commerce drives the content. But I suspect Netflix is banking on driving more commerce, too. #Netflix #LITrendingTopics #Retail #Streaming #TheInsider https://lnkd.in/gEFbx5x9