Netflix, the global entertainment service and Saudi Arabian animation studio Myrkott have struck a five-year exclusive partnership to produce Saudi-focused shows and films. The deal also includes a five-year first look option on Myrkott’s upcoming projects. The partnership entails production of new and exclusive seasons of the Masameer series, Masameer upcoming movies, a new licensed original adult animation series, and a licensed original feature film, in addition to a library compilation of all previous seasons of the Masameer series with special edits exclusive for Netflix. According to IMDB, Masameer is a popular Saudi animation show which talks sarcastically about general issues in Saudi Arabia and the Arab world. Myrkott has currently released a total of 120 episodes, notably including ones from Masameer, Yaarob, Arwa w Latifa, and America 101. With cinemas opening in Saudi Arabia last year, Myrkott has also produced its first feature film Masameer The Movie.
