: A leader in animation (through Illumination and DreamWorks ) and horror (through its partnership with Blumhouse ). Its core units include Focus Features for prestige films and Working Title Films .
Starting as a distributor, Netflix is now one of the most prolific production houses in the world. They’ve shifted the focus toward international productions, bringing global hits like Squid Game (South Korea) and Money Heist (Spain) to the mainstream.
While major studios control the blockbusters, specialized independent production companies dictate critical trends and dominate award seasons.
Blockbuster productions provide thousands of jobs and stimulate tourism in filming locations.