Khaberni - In a move that could reshape the global entertainment content ownership map, Netflix is preparing to acquire the television and cinema studios of Warner Bros Discovery, including HBO, for $72 billion.
If the deal receives final approval, it will become one of the largest intellectual property rights transitions in modern entertainment, with massive libraries of major works moving to the world's largest streaming platform.
Notably in this shift, Netflix will automatically acquire a group of the most important female characters who have shaped global pop culture for decades.
Here are the top 10 influential female characters that will become part of the new Netflix empire:
1. Wonder Woman - Wonder Woman (DC Universe)
As one of the most famous female characters in the history of comics and cinema, with the DC library moving to Netflix as part of the deal, Wonder Woman’s movies, series, and animated works will be under the platform's control.
2. Harley Quinn - Harley Quinn (DC Universe)
The most popular character among superhero fans in recent years, thus works such as Suicide Squad, Birds of Prey, and animated series will entirely move to Netflix, making Harley one of the most prominent new content assets for the company.
3. Cassie Howard - Cassie Howard (Euphoria - HBO)
One of the most prominent characters for the youth in global drama, and the broadcast rights transition of HBO as part of the deal means that the star of Euphoria becomes part of the Netflix library, reflecting the acquisition of some of the most significant upscale television works targeted at Generation Z.
4. Hermione Granger - Hermione Granger (Harry Potter)
Through the acquisition of Warner Bros film studios, Netflix will be able to own one of the most influential characters in modern fantasy cinema history, Hermione’s inclusion in the new library gives Netflix a significant boost in the family and epic movie genres.
5. Daenerys Targaryen - Daenerys Targaryen (Game of Thrones)
The inclusion of Game of Thrones into the Netflix catalog grants it ownership of one of the most important female characters in global drama, enhancing its influence within massive fantasy works.
6. Mera - Mera (Aquaman - DC)
A central character in the cinematic world of Aquaman, her transition to Netflix enhances the company's tally of superheroine characters, especially with the expanded DC influence as part of the deal.
7. Raven - Raven (Teen Titans)
One of the core characters in the world of Teen Titans and Titans, representing a massive segment of the young audience, thus Raven's presence in the Netflix library provides additional strength in animated and superhero content geared towards youth.
8. Jinx - Jinx (Arcane Universe)
Although Arcane is primarily associated with Riot Games, Warner Bros holds production and licensing rights related to the character, and with the acquisition, those rights move to Netflix, enhancing its control over one of the most famous characters in contemporary gaming culture.
9. Velma Dinkley - Velma Dinkley (Scooby-Doo)
A core character in the extended Scooby-Doo world across movies, series, and animated works, the transition of the animation library makes Velma a significant part of Netflix's family content.
10. Sister Irene - Sister Irene (The Conjuring Universe)
Thanks to Warner Bros owning New Line Cinema, Netflix will acquire rights to this horror universe, including Sister Irene, the protagonist of The Nun series, enhancing the platform's horror library.
