Partner Communications Ltd. (Nasdaq: PTNR; TASE: PTNR) announced today a partnership with Netflix, the internet entertainment network. Through the agreement, Netflix's services will be directly accessible through Partner’s new TV service which will be launched in the coming weeks.
Partner will be the first Israeli telco to offer the Netflix service on its set-top box, enabling a best-in-class user experience for Netflix members with a fast load time for the application and all the conveniences of a Netflix button on Partner's remote control.
Partner customers with Netflix membership will be able to access instantly a broad selection of Netflix original and international TV series, movies and documentaries in high-definition or even Ultra HD 4K, always without any advertisement. Upcoming Netflix original films include Okja starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Tilda Swinton and Paul Dano; and Bright, starring Will Smith and Joel Edgerton. Netflix original series include House of Cards, Stranger Things, Narcos and The Crown.
Netflix VP business development, EMEA Maria Ferreras said, "Israeli customers have shown strong enthusiasm for Netflix content since we launched here just over a year ago. With more than 1,000 hours of new original Netflix content slated for 2017, we are delighted to work with Partner to offer a fantastic new way through which Netflix customers can seamlessly access and enjoy our service."
Partner CEO Isaac Benbenisti said, "We are proud to be selected as the first Israeli partner of Netflix, the world's leading entertainment network. This strategic collaboration will be available to our customers very soon."
Published by Globes [online], Israel business news - www.globes-online.com - on May 29, 2017
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