Netflix has just announced that they will be partnering up with President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama in producing films and series with the streaming giant.
Producing under Higher Ground Productions, the Obamas will be working on different kinds of content – including scripted and unscripted series, docu-series, documentaries, and feature films which are to be streamed in over 190 countries.
President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama have entered into a multi-year agreement to produce films and series for Netflix, potentially including scripted series, unscripted series, docu-series, documentaries, and features.
— Netflix US (@netflix) May 21, 2018
According to President Obama, that through their collaboration with Netflix, they will be able share their experiences, as well as the stories of the people they encounter. "We hope to cultivate and curate the talented, inspiring, creative voices who are able to promote greater empathy and understanding between peoples, and help them share their stories with the entire world," he added.
Michelle Obama also adds that they have always believed that storytelling has the power to inspire people, and that Netflix is the fitting platform for them to do so. "Barack and I have always believed in the power of storytelling to inspire us, to make us think differently about the world around us, and to help us open our minds and hearts to others."
No announcement has been made as to what the first project will be about, but everyone's still excited to hear all the stories that the Obamas will share. For updates regarding their partnership, keep checking back on Netflix' website, Facebook, and Twitter pages.
