News of the World is heading around the world via Netflix. The streamer is closing on a deal for the international distribution rights to the Hanks-starrer, with Universal Pictures still holding domestic rights.
Universal has a December 25 release date in North America, with the movie expected to be a player in this year's awards season.
While the deal is not done yet, it is similar to other deals made by the streamer for studio fare including the international rights for Paramount Animation'sThe SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run.
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