‘Kill Jackie,’ Starring a Glamorous, Lethal Catherine Zeta-Jones, Acquired by Warner Bros. Discovery for HBO Max (EXCLUSIVE)

SohoNews newsroom brief · 2h ago · 1 min read · via variety.com

Warner Bros. Discovery has acquired revenge thriller “Kill Jackie,” starring Catherine Zeta-Jones, for HBO Max in Spain, Portugal, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland, Iceland, France and Belgium. The deal takes in two of HBO’s most established streaming markets, the Nordics and Spa

The acquisition of "Kill Jackie" by Warner Bros. Discovery for HBO Max is a significant move, especially given the star power of Catherine Zeta-Jones in the lead role. This deal highlights the ongoing competition among streaming services to secure compelling content that can attract and retain subscribers. The fact that "Kill Jackie" is a revenge thriller, a genre that has proven popular in recent years, suggests that Warner Bros. Discovery is betting on the show's potential to resonate with audiences in the acquired territories.

The territories included in the deal are notable, as they encompass some of HBO's most established streaming markets, including the Nordics and Spain. This move indicates that Warner Bros. Discovery is committed to expanding its reach and solidifying its position in these regions. The inclusion of France and Belgium also suggests that the company is looking to make inroads in key European markets. As the streaming landscape continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how "Kill Jackie" performs in these territories and whether it can help drive growth for HBO Max.

As the streaming wars continue to heat up, it will be worth watching how "Kill Jackie" is received by audiences and critics alike. The show's success could have implications for the future of content acquisition and development at Warner Bros. Discovery, particularly in terms of the types of genres and talent that the company chooses to invest in. Additionally, the performance of "Kill Jackie" on HBO Max could provide insight into the platform's ability to compete with other major streaming services, such as Netflix and Amazon Prime Video, in key international markets.

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