Netflixhas a deal withAMCNetworks that benefits both platforms. In the summer of 2024, the two entered an arrangement that wouldallow prior seasons of 13 AMC series to be released on Netflix. The 13shows includedDark Winds,Fear the Walking Dead, andThe Mayfair Witches. Despite this deal, AMC is still sure to advertise which shows have their newest seasons exclusively on AMC+.
A Discovery Of Witches Is Doing Well On Netflix
A Discovery of Witcheshas made it onto the Netflix charts. The AMC fantasy series ran for three seasons from 2018 to 2022. It focuses on the unexpected romance between a witch and a vampire, who fall for each other after an ancient manuscript is uncovered, making the duo battle against supernatural forces.A Discovery of Witcheswas fairly well-received, getting an 87% overall Tomatometer and a 79% Popcornmeter. All three seasons of the show are available to stream on Netflix.
Now,A Discovery of Witchesseason 1 has made it onto theNetflixcharts. The season came in at no. 5 in the top 10 shows globally for the week of April 18 to April 24, amassing 3.4 million views.The series made it into the top 10 in 37 countries, including Argentina, Brazil, Venezuela, France, Portugal, and New Caledonia.
What This Means For Netflix
AMC And Netflix’s Deal Is Working
The success ofA Discovery of Witchesis another sign that the relationship between Netflix and AMC is going well. Looking at this week’s list,Lionessseason 1, a Paramount show, also made it onto the charts. Though the majority of the list is still comprised of Netflix’s original content, the success of series likeA Discovery of WitchesandLionessshows that Netflix can do well as a TV distributor rather than just a creator. If trends like this continue, AMC and Netflix may be apt to extend their deal.
