Tuesday, August 8, 2017

How Netflix can spawn a Marvel-style Millarworld superhero universe

Acquisition of Scottish comic book business can transform into a multibillion-dollar film franchise, but Kick-Ass and Kingsman need some company

Netflix has grand ambitions for Millarworld, the Scottish comic book company it acquired this week. The aim is to repeat Disney’s success with Marvel, where the creator of the Avengers and the Guardians of the Galaxy has become a launchpad for multibillion-dollar film franchises.

Here are four ways in which Netflix can make a global success of Millarworld properties, including Kick-Ass and Kingsman.

Related: Netflix buys comic book company behind Kick-Ass and Kingsman

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from Mergers and acquisitions | The Guardian http://ift.tt/2wq47uE

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