# Netflix's Theatrical Strategy Changes

> Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos explains how the streaming giant's theatrical releases are evolving for 2026.
- Title: Netflix's Theatrical Strategy Changes · TheWrap | Shortify
- Summary: Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos explains how the streaming giant's theatrical releases are evolving for 2026. Netflix will release about 30 films theatrically in…
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- Source: TheWrap — https://thewrap.com/creative-content/movies/netflix-theatrical-strategy-changes-ted-sarandos-explains
- Author: Drew Taylor
- Published: 2026-10-20T21:37:17+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: netflix, ted sarandos, theatrical releases, 2026, streaming, movies, entertainment, culture, business
## Netflix's Theatrical Strategy
Ted Sarandos, Netflix's co-CEO, clarified the streaming giant's attitudes towards theatrical exhibition during Tuesday's 2026 Q3 earnings call.
## Family Films Get Wider Releases
Sarandos emphasized that family films will likely get the widest theatrical releases, while other movies will have more limited rollouts.
## 2026 Releases: 30 Films
2026 will see the release of about 30 films theatrically, each with their own bespoke release pattern.
## Key takeaway

Netflix will release about 30 films theatrically in 2026 with tailored release patterns for each film.