Netflix's bet on TV's next 'Game of Thrones'

Netflix is betting that epic tale "3 Body Problem," based on Chinese sci-fi novels that chronicle an impending alien invasion, could be the next "Game of Thrones."  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  Entertainment March 22, 2024 They made 'Game of Thrones' into blockbuster TV. Why they went full sci-fi for Netflix Netflix is betting that epic tale "3 Body Problem," based on Chinese sci-fi novels that chronicle an impending alien invasion, could be the next "Game of Thrones." SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT Jodie Sweetin channels 'Full House' dad Bob Saget with her 'inappropriate and dark' comedy Sweetin talks about how injecting dark comedy into her lighthearted show "Family Dinner" at the Bourbon Room offers her a "pressure release" inspired by her late TV dad. SHARE       READ MORE Margot Robbie is producing a 'Sims' movie Margot Robbie is taking on a new IP project with the film adaptation of video game sensation "The Sims." SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT In a Disney snub, Nelson Peltz lands major endorsement in proxy fight Proxy advisory firm ISS cites Disney's bungled succession planning in recommending a vote for Peltz. Disney has campaigned against the Trian hedge funder. SHARE       READ MORE Review: At least the cast is having fun in the overstuffed 'Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire' "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire" is a sequel to a "lega-sequel," emblematic of the Hollywood cultural-industrial complex's obsession with nostalgia and IP. SHARE       READ MORE A San Diego museum is selling its buildings. What will happen to the extraordinary art built into it? The fate of site-specific artworks by Maya Lin, Robert Irwin and Richard Serra remains in question, as does the public's ability to see them. SHARE       READ MORE Almost everyone in Hollywood wants to get back to work. What's taking so long? Studios and workers alike were eager to restart film and TV production after the Hollywood strikes concluded. What's taking so long in California? SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT Thank you for reading the Los Angeles Times Entertainment newsletter. Invite your friends, relatives, coworkers to sign up here. Not a subscriber? Get unlimited digital access to latimes‌.com. Subscribe here. Copyright © 2024, Los Angeles Times 2300 E. Imperial Highway El Segundo, CA 90245 1-800-LA-TIMES | latimes.com Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in placing an ad or classified, get in touch here. You received this email because you opted to receive email communications from Los Angeles Times. Manage marketing email preferences • Manage email alert subscriptions or unsubscribe • Terms of Service • Privacy Policy • Do Not Sell My Personal Information • CA Notice of Collection FOLLOW