Regina King Signs First-Look Deal With Netflix

Congrats to her. I’ve loved everything she has done in front of the camera and behind it! Can’t wait to see even more. ~ Vida

The Oscar and Emmy winner will develop films and TV series for the streaming giant.

Netflix and Regina King are deepening their relationship.The Oscar and Emmy winner has signed a first-look deal with the streaming giant, via her production company Royal Ties. The multiyear pact will have King developing both film and series projects for Netflix. King’s sister, Reina King, will serve as head of production for Royal Ties.

“Regina King is a multi-faceted talent both behind and in front of the camera,” Netflix chief content officer Ted Sarandos said Wednesday in a statement. “She’s been a trailblazer for years, with boundless creativity and impeccable taste in projects, and we couldn’t be more thrilled that she will bring her formidable talents to Netflix.”

Said King, “I am beyond thrilled to join the Netflix family. They are at the top of their game and as an artist I am so excited to come play in this wonderful sandbox they have created for storytellers.”