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Netflix is a trailblazing American subscription video on-demand over-the-top streaming service that has revolutionized the way we consume entertainment. Founded in 1997 by [[reed-hastings|Reed Hastings]] and [[marc-randolph|Marc Randolph]], Netflix initially started as a DVD-by-mail movie rental service before launching its streaming service in 2007. Today, with over 325 million paid memberships in more than 190 countries as of 2026, Netflix is the most-subscribed video on demand streaming media service, offering a vast library of original and acquired films and television shows from various genres, including productions from [[universal-pictures|Universal Pictures]], [[warner-bros|Warner Bros]], and [[disney|Disney]]. The service is available internationally in multiple languages, with 21.18% of its traffic coming from the US, followed by the United Kingdom at 6.01%, Canada at 4.94%, and Brazil at 4.24%. As of 2025, Netflix is the 18th most-visited website in the world, solidifying its position as a leader in the digital entertainment landscape, competing with [[amazon-prime-video|Amazon Prime Video]], [[hulu|Hulu]], and [[disney-plus|Disney+]].