Netflix

The Profile

Netflix is an American media-services provider and production company founded in 1997. It began as a DVD rental service and later expanded into streaming and producing original television series and films.

Founded in 1997; started as DVD rental by mail; moved into streaming; produces original series (including House of Cards). The provided review notes Netflix had surpassed 50 million subscribers by July 2014.

The available review praises Netflix's transition from DVD rental to streaming and its role producing originals. House Of Cards (season 1) is highlighted for strong performances (Kevin Spacey, Robin Wright) and David Fincher's involvement. Some episodes and character screen time choices are noted as uneven, but overall the season is judged successful.