Netflix’s rivals take aim at its stream of success

The online entertainment service has rapidly become a dominant maker of films and TV shows, but established players are hitting back

The Financial Times

Aug 13, 2017 · 7 min read

Terry Crews, left, and Will Smith pose at the Netflix Films’ “Bright” panel on day one of Comic-Con International on Thursday, July 20, 2017, in San Diego — Photo by Al Powers/Invision/AP

Terry Crews, left, and Will Smith pose at the Netflix Films’ “Bright” panel on day one of Comic-Con International on Thursday, July 20, 2017, in San Diego — Photo by Al Powers/Invision/AP

By Matthew Garrahan

The trailer for Will Smith’s latest movie looks like a blockbuster-in-waiting for the Hollywood star. Set in a…

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