Cover
Cover | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 shares | |
Cover [Abstract] | |
Document Type | 10-Q |
Document Quarterly Report | true |
Document Period End Date | Mar. 31, 2024 |
Document Transition Report | false |
Entity File Number | 001-35727 |
Entity Registrant Name | Netflix, Inc. |
Entity Incorporation, State or Country Code | DE |
Entity Tax Identification Number | 77-0467272 |
Entity Address, Address Line One | 121 Albright Way, |
Entity Address, City or Town | Los Gatos, |
Entity Address, State or Province | CA |
Entity Address, Postal Zip Code | 95032 |
City Area Code | 408 |
Local Phone Number | 540-3700 |
Title of 12(b) Security | Common stock, par value $0.001 per share |
Trading Symbol | NFLX |
Security Exchange Name | NASDAQ |
Entity Current Reporting Status | Yes |
Entity Interactive Data Current | Yes |
Entity Filer Category | Large Accelerated Filer |
Entity Small Business | false |
Entity Emerging Growth Company | false |
Entity Shell Company | false |
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding | 430,964,991 |
Entity Central Index Key | 0001065280 |
Document Fiscal Year Focus | 2024 |
Document Fiscal Period Focus | Q1 |
Amendment Flag | false |
Current Fiscal Year End Date | --12-31 |
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPER
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS - USD ($) shares in Thousands, $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023 | |
Income Statement [Abstract] | ||
Revenues | $ 9,370,440 | $ 8,161,503 |
Cost of revenues | 4,977,073 | 4,803,625 |
Marketing | 654,340 | 555,362 |
Technology and development | 702,473 | 687,275 |
General and administrative | 404,020 | 400,924 |
Operating income | 2,632,534 | 1,714,317 |
Other income (expense): | ||
Interest expense | (173,314) | (174,239) |
Interest and other income (expense) | 155,359 | (71,204) |
Income before income taxes | 2,614,579 | 1,468,874 |
Provision for income taxes | (282,370) | (163,754) |
Net income | $ 2,332,209 | $ 1,305,120 |
Earnings per share: | ||
Basic (in USD per share) | $ 5.40 | $ 2.93 |
Diluted (in USD per share) | $ 5.28 | $ 2.88 |
Weighted-average shares of common stock outstanding: | ||
Basic (in shares) | 432,090 | 445,244 |
Diluted (in shares) | 441,654 | 452,417 |
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMP
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023 | |
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract] | ||
Net income | $ 2,332,209 | $ 1,305,120 |
Other comprehensive income: | ||
Foreign currency translation adjustments | (73,052) | 25,611 |
Net unrealized gains | 176,604 | 0 |
Reclassification of net losses included in net income | 8,514 | 0 |
Net change, net of income tax expense of $55 million and $0, respectively | 185,118 | 0 |
Total other comprehensive income | 112,066 | 25,611 |
Comprehensive income | $ 2,444,275 | $ 1,330,731 |
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CO_2
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023 | |
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract] | ||
Net change, income tax expense | $ 55 | $ 0 |
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023 | |
Cash flows from operating activities: | ||
Net income | $ 2,332,209 | $ 1,305,120 |
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities: | ||
Additions to content assets | (3,728,967) | (2,458,666) |
Change in content liabilities | (189,441) | (354,791) |
Amortization of content assets | 3,670,805 | 3,459,984 |
Depreciation and amortization of property, equipment and intangibles | 87,234 | 90,335 |
Stock-based compensation expense | 76,345 | 99,099 |
Foreign currency remeasurement loss (gain) on debt | (130,801) | 80,651 |
Other non-cash items | 97,181 | 120,008 |
Deferred income taxes | (107,077) | (98,782) |
Changes in operating assets and liabilities: | ||
Other current assets | 38,049 | (88,522) |
Accounts payable | (145,265) | (89,668) |
Accrued expenses and other liabilities | 251,782 | 185,299 |
Deferred revenue | 26,515 | (2,390) |
Other non-current assets and liabilities | (66,047) | (68,937) |
Net cash provided by operating activities | 2,212,522 | 2,178,740 |
Cash flows from investing activities: | ||
Purchases of property and equipment | (75,714) | (62,019) |
Purchases of short-term investments | 0 | (201,634) |
Net cash used in investing activities | (75,714) | (263,653) |
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities [Abstract] | ||
Repayments of debt | (400,000) | 0 |
Proceeds from issuance of common stock | 268,881 | 26,028 |
Repurchases of common stock | (2,000,000) | (400,101) |
Taxes paid related to net share settlement of equity awards | (1,825) | 0 |
Net cash used in financing activities | (2,132,944) | (374,073) |
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash | (95,790) | 26,423 |
Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash | (91,926) | 1,567,437 |
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of period | 7,118,515 | 5,170,582 |
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of period | $ 7,026,589 | $ 6,738,019 |
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Mar. 31, 2024 | Dec. 31, 2023 |
Current assets: | ||
Cash and cash equivalents | $ 7,024,766 | $ 7,116,913 |
Short-term investments | 20,973 | 20,973 |
Other current assets | 2,875,574 | 2,780,247 |
Total current assets | 9,921,313 | 9,918,133 |
Content assets, net | 31,662,100 | 31,658,056 |
Property and equipment, net | 1,501,168 | 1,491,444 |
Other non-current assets | 5,743,140 | 5,664,359 |
Total assets | 48,827,721 | 48,731,992 |
Current liabilities: | ||
Current content liabilities | 4,436,021 | 4,466,470 |
Accounts payable | 607,348 | 747,412 |
Accrued expenses and other liabilities | 1,977,428 | 1,803,960 |
Deferred revenue | 1,469,484 | 1,442,969 |
Short-term debt | 798,936 | 399,844 |
Total current liabilities | 9,289,217 | 8,860,655 |
Non-current content liabilities | 2,370,692 | 2,578,173 |
Long-term debt | 13,217,038 | 14,143,417 |
Other non-current liabilities | 2,585,364 | 2,561,434 |
Total liabilities | 27,462,311 | 28,143,679 |
Commitments and contingencies (Note 8) | ||
Stockholders’ equity: | ||
Common stock, $0.001 par value; 4,990,000,000 shares authorized at March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023; 430,964,991 and 432,759,584 issued and outstanding at March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively | 5,489,850 | 5,145,172 |
Treasury stock at cost (19,648,480 and 16,078,268 shares at March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively) | (8,934,056) | (6,922,200) |
Accumulated other comprehensive loss | (111,879) | (223,945) |
Retained earnings | 24,921,495 | 22,589,286 |
Total stockholders’ equity | 21,365,410 | 20,588,313 |
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity | $ 48,827,721 | $ 48,731,992 |
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Pa
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Parenthetical) - $ / shares | Mar. 31, 2024 | Dec. 31, 2023 |
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract] | ||
Common stock, par value (in USD per share) | $ 0.001 | $ 0.001 |
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares) | 4,990,000,000 | 4,990,000,000 |
Common stock, shares issued (in shares) | 430,964,991 | 432,759,584 |
Common stock, shares outstanding (in shares) | 430,964,991 | 432,759,584 |
Treasury stock (in shares) | 19,648,480 | 16,078,268 |
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOC
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Total | Common stock and additional paid-in capital: | Treasury stock: | Accumulated other comprehensive loss: | Retained earnings: |
Beginning Balance at Dec. 31, 2022 | $ 20,777,401 | $ 4,637,601 | $ (824,190) | $ (217,306) | $ 17,181,296 |
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward] | |||||
Issuance of common stock | 25,695 | ||||
Stock-based compensation expense | 99,099 | ||||
Repurchases of common stock to be held as treasury stock | (404,730) | ||||
Other comprehensive income | 25,611 | 25,611 | |||
Net income | 1,305,120 | 1,305,120 | |||
Ending Balance at Mar. 31, 2023 | 21,828,196 | 4,762,395 | (1,228,920) | (191,695) | 18,486,416 |
Beginning Balance at Dec. 31, 2023 | 20,588,313 | 5,145,172 | (6,922,200) | (223,945) | 22,589,286 |
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward] | |||||
Issuance of common stock | 268,333 | ||||
Stock-based compensation expense | 76,345 | ||||
Repurchases of common stock to be held as treasury stock | (2,011,856) | ||||
Other comprehensive income | 112,066 | 112,066 | |||
Net income | 2,332,209 | 2,332,209 | |||
Ending Balance at Mar. 31, 2024 | $ 21,365,410 | $ 5,489,850 | $ (8,934,056) | $ (111,879) | $ 24,921,495 |
Basis of Presentation and Summa
Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract] | |
Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies | Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies The accompanying interim consolidated financial statements of Netflix, Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiaries (the “Company”) have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“U.S.”) and are consistent in all material respects with those applied in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on January 26, 2024. The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) requires management to make estimates and judgments that affect the amounts reported in the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. Significant items subject to such estimates and assumptions include the amortization of content assets and the recognition and measurement of income tax assets and liabilities. The Company bases its estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that the Company believes to be reasonable under the circumstances. On a regular basis, the Company evaluates the assumptions, judgments and estimates. Actual results may differ from these estimates. The interim financial information is unaudited, but reflects all normal recurring adjustments that are, in the opinion of management, necessary to fairly present the information set forth herein. The interim consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements and related notes included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023. Interim results are not necessarily indicative of the results for a full year. The following is provided to update the Company’s significant accounting policies previously described in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023. Derivative Financial Instruments The Company uses derivative instruments to manage foreign exchange risk related to its ongoing business operations with the primary objective of reducing earnings and cash flow volatility associated with fluctuations in foreign exchange rates. The Company recognizes derivative instruments at fair value as either assets (presented in “Other current assets” and “Other non-current assets”) or liabilities (presented in “Accrued expenses and other liabilities'' and “Other non-current liabilities”) on the Company’s Consolidated Balance Sheets. The Company classifies derivative instruments in the Level 2 category within the fair value hierarchy. Cash flow hedges The Company enters into forward contracts to manage the foreign exchange risk on forecasted revenue transactions denominated in currencies other than the U.S. dollar, as well as the foreign exchange risk on forecasted transactions and firm commitments related to the licensing and production of foreign currency-denominated content assets. These forward contracts are designated as cash flow hedges of foreign currency firm commitments and forecasted transactions and generally have maturities of 24 months or less. The hedging contracts may reduce, but do not entirely eliminate, the effect of foreign currency exchange movements, and the Company may choose not to hedge certain exposures. The gain or loss on derivative instruments designated as cash flow hedges of forecasted foreign currency revenue is initially reported as a component of accumulated other comprehensive income (“AOCI”) and reclassified into “Revenues” on the Consolidated Statements of Operations in the same period the forecasted transaction affects earnings. The gain or loss on derivative instruments designated as cash flow hedges of firmly committed or forecasted transactions related to the licensing and production of content assets is initially reported as a component of AOCI and reclassified into “Cost of Revenues” on the Consolidated Statements of Operations in the same period the hedged transaction affects earnings, which occurs as the underlying hedged content assets are amortized. Cash flows from hedging activities are classified in the same category as the cash flows for the underlying item being hedged within "Net cash provided by operating activities" on the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows. In the event that the likelihood of occurrence of the underlying forecasted transactions is determined to be probable not to occur, the gains or losses on the related cash flow hedges are reclassified from AOCI to “Interest and other income (expense)” in the Consolidated Statements of Operations in the period of dedesignation. Derivative instruments not designated as hedging instruments The Company enters into forward contracts to manage the foreign exchange risk on intercompany transactions and monetary assets and liabilities that are not denominated in the functional currencies of the Company and its subsidiaries. These derivative instruments are not designated as hedging instruments and may reduce, but do not entirely eliminate, the effect of foreign currency exchange movements. The gain or loss on derivative instruments not designated as hedging instruments are recorded in “Interest and other income (expense)” in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. Cash flows related to these derivative instruments are classified within "Net cash provided by operating activities" on the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows. See Note 7 Derivative Financial Instruments to the consolidated financial statements for further information regarding the Company’s derivative financial instruments. Stock-based Compensation The Company grants non-qualified stock options to its employees on a monthly basis. For certain executive officers, the Company grants restricted stock units ("RSUs") and performance-based restricted stock units ("PSUs"). Stock-based compensation expense is based on the fair value of the stock awards at the grant date and is recognized, net of forfeitures, over the requisite service period. See Note 9 Stockholders' Equity to the consolidated financial statements for further information regarding stock-based compensation. Recently issued accounting pronouncements not yet adopted In November 2023, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2023-07, Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures , which requires public entities to disclose information about their reportable segments’ significant expenses and other segment items on an interim and annual basis. Public entities with a single reportable segment are required to apply the disclosure requirements in ASU 2023-07, as well as all existing segment disclosures and reconciliation requirements in ASC 280 on an interim and annual basis. ASU 2023-07 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2023, and for interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2024, with early adoption permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of adopting ASU 2023-07. In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-09, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures , which requires public entities, on an annual basis, to provide disclosure of specific categories in the rate reconciliation, as well as disclosure of income taxes paid disaggregated by jurisdiction. ASU 2023-09 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2024, with early adoption permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of adopting ASU 2023-09. |
Revenue Recognition
Revenue Recognition | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract] | |
Revenue Recognition | Revenue Recognition The following tables summarize streaming revenues, paid net membership additions (losses), and ending paid memberships by region for the three months ended March 31, 2024 and March 31, 2023, respectively. Hedging gains and losses are included in “Streaming revenues” for the three months ended March 31, 2024. No hedge gains and losses were recognized as “Streaming revenues” in the comparative prior year period. See Note 7 Derivative Financial Instruments for further information. United States and Canada (UCAN) As of/Three Months Ended March 31, March 31, (in thousands) Streaming revenues $ 4,224,315 $ 3,608,645 Paid net membership additions 2,530 102 Paid memberships at end of period (1) 82,658 74,398 Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) As of/Three Months Ended March 31, March 31, (in thousands) Streaming revenues $ 2,958,193 $ 2,517,641 Paid net membership additions 2,916 644 Paid memberships at end of period (1) 91,729 77,373 Latin America (LATAM) As of/Three Months Ended March 31, March 31, (in thousands) Streaming revenues $ 1,165,008 $ 1,070,192 Paid net membership additions (losses) 1,723 (450) Paid memberships at end of period (1) 47,720 41,249 Asia-Pacific (APAC) As of/Three Months Ended March 31, March 31, (in thousands) Streaming revenues $ 1,022,924 $ 933,523 Paid net membership additions 2,157 1,455 Paid memberships at end of period (1) 47,495 39,478 (1) A paid membership (also referred to as a paid subscription) is defined as a membership that has the right to receive Netflix service following sign-up and a method of payment being provided, and that is not part of a free trial or certain other promotions that may be offered by the Company to new or rejoining members. Certain members have the option to add extra member sub accounts. These extra member sub accounts are not included in paid memberships. A membership is canceled and ceases to be reflected in the above metrics as of the effective cancellation date. Voluntary cancellations generally become effective at the end of the prepaid membership period. Involuntary cancellations, as a result of a failed method of payment, become effective immediately. Memberships are assigned to territories based on the geographic location used at time of sign-up as determined by the Company’s internal systems, which utilize industry standard geo-location technology. Deferred revenue consists of membership fees billed that have not been recognized, as well as gift cards and other prepaid memberships that have not been fully redeemed. As of March 31, 2024, total deferred revenue was $1,469 million, the vast majority of which was related to membership fees billed that are expected to be recognized as revenue within the next month. The remaining deferred revenue balance, which is related to gift cards and other prepaid memberships, will be recognized as revenue over the period of service after redemption, which is expected to occur over the next 12 months. The $27 million increase in deferred revenue as compared to the balance of $1,443 million as of December 31, 2023 is a result of the increase in membership fees billed due to increased memberships and price increases. |
Earnings Per Share
Earnings Per Share | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Earnings Per Share [Abstract] | |
Earnings Per Share | Earnings Per Share Basic earnings per share is computed using the weighted-average number of outstanding shares of common stock during the period. Diluted earnings per share is computed using the weighted-average number of outstanding shares of common stock and, when dilutive, potential outstanding shares of common stock during the period. Potential shares of common stock are calculated using the treasury-stock method and consist of incremental shares issuable upon the assumed exercise of stock options and vesting of time-based and performance-based restricted stock units. The computation of earnings per share is as follows: Three Months Ended March 31, March 31, (in thousands, except per share data) Basic earnings per share: Net income $ 2,332,209 $ 1,305,120 Shares used in computation: Weighted-average shares of common stock outstanding 432,090 445,244 Basic earnings per share $ 5.40 $ 2.93 Diluted earnings per share: Net income $ 2,332,209 $ 1,305,120 Shares used in computation: Weighted-average shares of common stock outstanding 432,090 445,244 Effect of dilutive stock-based awards 9,564 7,173 Weighted-average number of shares 441,654 452,417 Diluted earnings per share $ 5.28 $ 2.88 The following table summarizes the potential shares of common stock excluded from the diluted calculation as their inclusion would have been anti-dilutive: Three Months Ended March 31, March 31, (in thousands) Stock-based awards 685 5,847 |
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restric
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash, and Short-term Investments | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Short-Term Investments And Fair Value Measurement [Abstract] | |
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash, and Short-term Investments | Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash, and Short-term Investments The Company classifies short-term investments, which consist of marketable securities with original maturities in excess of 90 days as available-for-sale. The Company does not buy and hold securities principally for the purpose of selling them in the near future. The Company’s policy is focused on the preservation of capital, liquidity and return. From time to time, the Company may sell certain securities but the objectives are generally not to generate profits on short-term differences in price. The following tables summarize the Company's cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and short-term investments as of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023: As of March 31, 2024 Cash and cash equivalents Short-term investments Other Current Assets Non-current Assets Total (in thousands) Cash $ 6,169,888 $ — $ 1,690 $ 78 $ 6,171,656 Level 1 securities: Money market funds 573,922 — — 55 573,977 Level 2 securities: Time Deposits (1) 280,956 20,973 — — 301,929 $ 7,024,766 $ 20,973 $ 1,690 $ 133 $ 7,047,562 As of December 31, 2023 Cash and cash equivalents Short-term investments Other Current Assets Non-current Assets Total (in thousands) Cash $ 5,986,629 $ — $ 1,466 $ 81 $ 5,988,176 Level 1 securities: Money market funds 925,652 — — 55 925,707 Level 2 securities: Time Deposits (1) 204,632 20,973 — — 225,605 $ 7,116,913 $ 20,973 $ 1,466 $ 136 $ 7,139,488 (1) The majority of the Company's time deposits are international deposits, which mature within one year. Other current assets include restricted cash for deposits related to self-insurance. Non-current assets include restricted cash related to letter of credit agreements. The fair value of cash equivalents and short-term investments included in the Level 2 category is based on observable inputs, such as quoted prices for similar assets at the measurement date; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable, either directly or indirectly. See Note 6 Debt and Note 7 Derivative Financial Instruments |
Balance Sheet Components
Balance Sheet Components | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Balance Sheet Related Disclosures [Abstract] | |
Balance Sheet Components | Balance Sheet Components Content Assets, Net Content assets consisted of the following: As of March 31, December 31, (in thousands) Licensed content, net $ 12,549,546 $ 12,722,701 Produced content, net Released, less amortization 9,917,832 9,843,150 In production 8,242,560 8,247,578 In development and pre-production 952,162 844,627 19,112,554 18,935,355 Content assets, net $ 31,662,100 $ 31,658,056 As of March 31, 2024, the amount of accrued participations and residuals was not material. The following table represents the amortization of content assets: Three Months Ended March 31, March 31, (in thousands) Licensed content $ 1,835,117 $ 1,723,678 Produced content 1,835,688 1,736,306 Total $ 3,670,805 $ 3,459,984 Property and Equipment, Net Property and equipment and accumulated depreciation consisted of the following: As of March 31, December 31, Estimated Useful Lives (in thousands) Land $ 88,468 $ 88,429 Buildings 156,345 150,736 30 years Leasehold improvements 1,043,759 1,032,492 Over life of lease Furniture and fixtures 139,968 144,737 3 years Information technology 399,742 414,092 3 years Corporate aircraft 99,175 99,175 8-10 years Machinery and equipment 10,632 10,334 3-5 years Capital work-in-progress 447,682 406,492 Property and equipment, gross 2,385,771 2,346,487 Less: Accumulated depreciation (884,603) (855,043) Property and equipment, net $ 1,501,168 $ 1,491,444 Leases The Company has entered into operating leases primarily for real estate. Operating leases are included in "Other non-current assets" on the Company's Consolidated Balance Sheets, and represent the Company’s right to use the underlying asset for the lease term. The Company’s obligations to make lease payments are included in "Accrued expenses and other liabilities" and "Other non-current liabilities" on the Company's Consolidated Balance Sheets. Information related to the Company's operating right-of-use assets and related operating lease liabilities were as follows: Three Months Ended March 31, March 31, (in thousands) Cash paid for operating lease liabilities $ 125,306 $ 113,407 Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for new operating lease obligations 183,962 20,894 As of March 31, December 31, (in thousands) Operating lease right-of-use assets, net $ 2,159,325 $ 2,076,899 Current operating lease liabilities 397,628 383,312 Non-current operating lease liabilities 2,098,004 2,046,801 Total operating lease liabilities $ 2,495,632 $ 2,430,113 Other Current Assets Other current assets consisted of the following: As of March 31, December 31, (in thousands) Trade receivables $ 1,228,691 $ 1,287,054 Prepaid expenses 454,145 408,936 Other 1,192,738 1,084,257 Total other current assets $ 2,875,574 $ 2,780,247 |
Debt
Debt | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Debt Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Debt | Debt As of March 31, 2024, the Company had aggregate outstanding notes of $14,016 million, net of $61 million of issuance costs, with varying maturities (the "Notes"). Of the outstanding balance, $799 million, net of issuance costs, is classified as short-term debt on the Consolidated Balance Sheets. As of December 31, 2023, the Company had aggregate outstanding notes of $14,543 million, net of $65 million of issuance costs. Each of the Notes were issued at par and are senior unsecured obligations of the Company. Interest is payable semi-annually at fixed rates. A portion of the outstanding Notes is denominated in foreign currency (comprised of €5,170 million) and is remeasured into U.S. dollars at each balance sheet date (with remeasurement gain totaling $131 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024). The following table provides a summary of the Company's outstanding debt and the fair values based on quoted market prices in less active markets as of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023: Principal Amount at Par Level 2 Fair Value as of March 31, December 31, Issuance Date Maturity March 31, December 31, (in millions) (in millions) 5.750% Senior Notes $ — $ 400 February 2014 March 2024 $ — $ 400 5.875% Senior Notes 800 800 February 2015 February 2025 803 807 3.000% Senior Notes (1) 507 519 April 2020 June 2025 503 516 3.625% Senior Notes 500 500 April 2020 June 2025 490 491 4.375% Senior Notes 1,000 1,000 October 2016 November 2026 985 996 3.625% Senior Notes (1) 1,401 1,434 May 2017 May 2027 1,416 1,454 4.875% Senior Notes 1,600 1,600 October 2017 April 2028 1,598 1,621 5.875% Senior Notes 1,900 1,900 April 2018 November 2028 1,976 2,009 4.625% Senior Notes (1) 1,187 1,215 October 2018 May 2029 1,256 1,300 6.375% Senior Notes 800 800 October 2018 May 2029 853 872 3.875% Senior Notes (1) 1,295 1,325 April 2019 November 2029 1,325 1,372 5.375% Senior Notes 900 900 April 2019 November 2029 920 931 3.625% Senior Notes (1) 1,187 1,215 October 2019 June 2030 1,199 1,237 4.875% Senior Notes 1,000 1,000 October 2019 June 2030 994 1,012 $ 14,077 $ 14,608 $ 14,318 $ 15,018 (1) The following Senior Notes have a principal amount denominated in euro: 3.000% Senior Notes for €470 million, 3.625% Senior Notes for €1,300 million, 4.625% Senior Notes for €1,100 million, 3.875% Senior Notes for €1,200 million, and 3.625% Senior Notes for €1,100 million. In the three months ended March 31, 2024, the Company repaid upon maturity the $400 million aggregate principal amount of its 5.750% Senior Notes. Each of the Notes are repayable in whole or in part upon the occurrence of a change of control, at the option of the holders, at a purchase price in cash equal to 101% of the principal plus accrued interest. The Company may redeem the Notes prior to maturity in whole or in part at an amount equal to the principal amount thereof plus accrued and unpaid interest and an applicable premium. The Notes include, among other terms and conditions, limitations on the Company's ability to create, incur or allow certain liens; enter into sale and lease-back transactions; create, assume, incur or guarantee additional indebtedness of certain of the Company's subsidiaries; and consolidate or merge with, or convey, transfer or lease all or substantially all of the Company's and its subsidiaries assets, to another person. As of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the Company was in compliance with all related covenants. Revolving Credit Facility On March 6, 2023, the Company amended its $1 billion unsecured revolving credit facility ("Revolving Credit Agreement") to replace the London interbank offered rate to a variable secured overnight financing rate (the “Term SOFR Rate”) as the rate to which interest payments are indexed, among other things. The Revolving Credit Agreement matures on June 17, 2026. Revolving loans may be borrowed, repaid and reborrowed until June 17, 2026, at which time all amounts borrowed must be repaid. The Company may use the proceeds of future borrowings under the Revolving Credit Agreement for working capital and general corporate purposes. As of March 31, 2024, no amounts have been borrowed under the Revolving Credit Agreement. The borrowings under the Revolving Credit Agreement bear interest, at the Company’s option, of either (i) a floating rate equal to a base rate (the “Alternate Base Rate”) or (ii) a rate equal to the Term SOFR Rate (or the applicable benchmark replacement), plus a margin of 0.75%. The Alternate Base Rate is defined as the greatest of (A) the rate of interest published by the Wall Street Journal, from time to time, as the prime rate, (B) the federal funds rate, plus 0.500% and (C) the Term SOFR Rate for a one-month tenor, plus 1.00%. The Term SOFR Rate is the forward-looking secured overnight financing rate administered by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York or a successor administrator, for the relevant interest period, but in no event shall the Term SOFR Rate be less than 0.00% per annum. The Company is also obligated to pay a commitment fee on the undrawn amounts of the Revolving Credit Agreement at an annual rate of 0.10%. The Revolving Credit Agreement requires the Company to comply with certain covenants, including covenants that limit or restrict the ability of the Company’s subsidiaries to incur debt and limit or restrict the ability of the Company and its subsidiaries to grant liens and enter into sale and leaseback transactions; and, in the case of the Company or a guarantor, merge, consolidate, liquidate, dissolve or sell, transfer, lease or otherwise dispose of all or substantially all of the assets of the Company and its subsidiaries, taken as a whole. As of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the Company was in compliance with all related covenants. Subsequent to March 31, 2024, the Company entered into a five-year, $3 billion unsecured revolving credit facility (the “New Revolving Credit Agreement”), which terminated and replaced the Revolving Credit Agreement. Refer to Note 12, Subsequent Event , for additional details. |
Derivative Financial Instrument
Derivative Financial Instruments | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Derivative Financial Instruments | Derivative Financial Instruments The Company uses derivative instruments to manage foreign exchange risk related to its ongoing business operations with the primary objective of reducing earnings and cash flow volatility associated with fluctuations in foreign exchange rates. Notional Amount of Derivative Contracts The net notional amounts of the Company’s outstanding derivative instruments were as follows: As of March 31, December 31, (in thousands) Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: Foreign exchange contracts Cash flow hedges $ 9,734,421 $ 8,783,273 Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: Foreign exchange contracts 526,681 — Total $ 10,261,102 $ 8,783,273 Fair Value of Derivative Contracts The fair value of the Company’s outstanding derivative instruments was as follows: As of March 31, 2024 Derivative Assets Derivative Liabilities Other current assets Other non-current assets Accrued expenses and other liabilities Other non-current liabilities (in thousands) Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: Foreign exchange contracts $ 102,960 $ 27,812 $ 41,788 $ 7,548 Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: Foreign exchange contracts 2,975 — 628 — Total $ 105,935 $ 27,812 $ 42,416 $ 7,548 As of December 31, 2023 Derivative Assets Derivative Liabilities Other current assets Other non-current assets Accrued expenses and other liabilities Other non-current liabilities (in thousands) Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: Foreign exchange contracts $ 26,416 $ 4,518 $ 140,089 $ 46,575 Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: Foreign exchange contracts — — — — Total $ 26,416 $ 4,518 $ 140,089 $ 46,575 The Company classifies derivative instruments in the Level 2 category within the fair value hierarchy. These instruments are valued using industry standard valuation models that use observable inputs such as interest rate yield curves, and forward and spot prices for currencies. As of March 31, 2024, the pre-tax net accumulated gain on our foreign currency cash flow hedges included in AOCI on the Consolidated Balance Sheets expected to be recognized in earnings within the next 12 months is $60 million. Master Netting Agreements In order to mitigate counterparty credit risk, the Company enters into master netting agreements with its counterparties for its foreign currency exchange contracts which permit the parties to settle amounts on a net basis under certain conditions. The Company has elected to present its derivative assets and liabilities on a gross basis on its Consolidated Balance Sheets. The Company also enters into collateral security arrangements with its counterparties that require the parties to post cash collateral when certain contractual thresholds are met. No cash collateral was received or posted by the Company as of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023. The potential offsetting effect to the Company’s derivative assets and liabilities under its master netting agreements and collateral security agreements were as follows: As of March 31, 2024 Gross Amount Not Offset in the Consolidated Balance Sheets Gross Amount Recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets Gross Amount Offset in the Consolidated Balance Sheets Net Amount Presented in the Consolidated Balance Sheets Financial Instruments Collateral Received and Posted Net Amount (in thousands) Derivative assets $ 133,747 $ — $ 133,747 $ (29,781) $ — $ 103,966 Derivative liabilities 49,964 — 49,964 (29,781) — 20,183 As of December 31, 2023 Gross Amount Not Offset in the Consolidated Balance Sheets Gross Amount Recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets Gross Amount Offset in the Consolidated Balance Sheets Net Amount Presented in the Consolidated Balance Sheets Financial Instruments Collateral Received and Posted Net Amount (in thousands) Derivative assets $ 30,934 $ — $ 30,934 $ (27,246) $ — $ 3,688 Derivative liabilities 186,664 — 186,664 (27,246) — 159,418 Effect of Derivative Instruments on Consolidated Financial Statements The pre-tax gains (losses) on the Company’s cash flow hedges recognized in AOCI were as follows: Three Months Ended March 31, March 31, (in thousands) Cash flow hedges: Foreign exchange contracts (1) Amount included in the assessment of effectiveness $ 229,144 $ — Total $ 229,144 $ — (1) No amounts were excluded from the assessment of effectiveness. The gains (losses) on derivative instruments recognized in the Consolidated Statement of Operations were as follows: Three Months Ended March 31, 2024 Revenues Cost of Revenues Interest and other income (expense) (in thousands) Total amounts presented in the Consolidated Statements of Operations $ 9,370,440 $ 4,977,073 $ 155,359 Gains (losses) on derivatives in cash flow hedging relationship Foreign exchange contracts Amount of gains (losses) reclassified from AOCI (11,241) 194 — Gains (losses) on derivatives not designated as hedging instruments Foreign exchange contracts — — 4,266 No gains or losses on derivative instruments were recognized in the Consolidated Statements of Operations in the three months ended March 31, 2023. |
Commitments and Contingencies
Commitments and Contingencies | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Commitments and Contingencies | Commitments and Contingencies Content As of March 31, 2024, the Company had $24.2 billion of obligations comprised of $4.4 billion included in "Current content liabilities" and $2.4 billion of "Non-current content liabilities" on the Consolidated Balance Sheets and $17.4 billion of obligations that are not reflected on the Consolidated Balance Sheets as they did not yet meet the criteria for recognition. As of December 31, 2023, the Company had $21.7 billion of obligations comprised of $4.5 billion included in "Current content liabilities" and $2.6 billion of "Non-current content liabilities" on the Consolidated Balance Sheets and $14.6 billion of obligations that are not reflected on the Consolidated Balance Sheets as they did not yet meet the criteria for recognition. The expected timing of payments for these content obligations is as follows: As of March 31, December 31, (in thousands) Less than one year $ 11,066,048 $ 10,328,923 Due after one year and through three years 9,378,186 8,784,302 Due after three years and through five years 2,820,168 2,016,358 Due after five years 930,598 583,766 Total content obligations $ 24,195,000 $ 21,713,349 Content obligations include amounts related to the acquisition, licensing and production of content. Obligations that are in non-U.S. dollar currencies are translated to the U.S. dollar at period end rates. An obligation for the production of content includes non-cancelable commitments under creative talent and employment agreements as well as other production related commitments. An obligation for the acquisition and licensing of content is incurred at the time the Company enters into an agreement to obtain future titles. Once a title becomes available, a content liability is recorded on the Consolidated Balance Sheets. Certain agreements include the obligation to license rights for unknown future titles, the ultimate quantity and/or fees for which are not yet determinable as of the reporting date. Traditional film output deals, or certain TV series license agreements where the number of seasons to be aired is unknown, are examples of such license agreements. The Company does not include any estimated obligation for these future titles beyond the known minimum amount. However, the unknown obligations are expected to be significant. Legal Proceedings From time to time, in the normal course of its operations, the Company is subject to litigation matters and claims, including claims relating to employee relations, business practices and patent infringement. Litigation can be expensive and disruptive to normal business operations. Moreover, the results of complex legal proceedings are difficult to predict and the Company's view of these matters may change in the future as the litigation and events related thereto unfold. The Company expenses legal fees as incurred. The Company records a provision for contingent losses when it is both probable that a liability has been incurred and the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated. An unfavorable outcome to any legal matter, if material, could have an adverse effect on the Company's operations or its financial position, liquidity or results of operations. The Company is involved in litigation matters not listed herein but does not consider the matters to be material either individually or in the aggregate at this time. The Company's view of the matters not listed may change in the future as the litigation and events related thereto unfold. Non-Income Taxes The Company is routinely under audit by various tax authorities with regard to non-income tax matters. The subject matter of non-income tax audits primarily arises from disputes on the tax treatment and tax rate applied to our revenue in certain jurisdictions. We accrue non-income taxes that may result from examinations by, or any negotiated agreements with, these tax authorities when a loss is probable and reasonably estimable. Similar to other U.S. companies doing business in Brazil, the Company is involved in a number of matters with Brazilian tax authorities regarding non-income tax assessments. Although the Company believes it has meritorious defenses to these matters, there is inherent complexity and uncertainty with respect to these matters, and the final outcome may be materially different from our expectations. The current potential exposure with respect to the various issues with Brazilian tax authorities regarding non-income tax assessments is estimated to be approximately $300 million, which is expected to increase over time. Guarantees— Indemnification Obligations In the ordinary course of business, the Company has entered into contractual arrangements under which it has agreed to provide indemnification of varying scope and terms to business partners and other parties with respect to certain matters, including, but not limited to, losses arising out of the Company’s breach of such agreements and out of intellectual property infringement claims made by third parties. In these circumstances, payment may be conditional on the other party making a claim pursuant to the procedures specified in the particular contract. The Company's obligations under these agreements may be limited in terms of time or amount, and in some instances, the Company may have recourse against third parties for certain payments. In addition, the Company has entered into indemnification agreements with its directors and certain of its officers that will require it, among other things, to indemnify them against certain liabilities that may arise by reason of their status or service as directors or officers. The terms of such obligations vary. It is not possible to make a reasonable estimate of the maximum potential amount of future payments under these or similar agreements due to the conditional nature of the Company’s obligations and the unique facts and circumstances involved in each particular agreement. No amount has been accrued in the accompanying consolidated financial statements with respect to these indemnification obligations. |
Stockholders' Equity
Stockholders' Equity | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract] | |
Stockholders' Equity | Stockholders’ Equity Equity Incentive Plans The Netflix, Inc. 2020 Stock Plan is a stockholder-approved plan that provides for the grant of incentive stock options to employees and for the grant of non-statutory stock options, stock appreciation rights, restricted stock and restricted stock units to employees, directors and consultants. Stock Option Activity Stock options are generally vested in full upon grant date and exercisable for the full ten-year contractual term regardless of employment status. Stock options granted to certain named executive officers vest on the one-year anniversary of the grant date, subject to the employee’s continuous employment or service with the Company through the vesting date. The following table summarizes the activities related to the Company’s stock options: Options Outstanding Number of Weighted- Balances as of December 31, 2023 19,695,109 $ 268.86 Granted 198,574 526.29 Exercised (1,768,956) 151.68 Expired (1,181) 57.46 Balances as of March 31, 2024 18,123,546 $ 283.13 Vested and expected to vest as of March 31, 2024 18,123,546 $ 283.13 Exercisable as of March 31, 2024 17,919,888 $ 281.72 Restricted Stock Unit Activity The Company grants time-based restricted stock unit (“RSU”) awards and performance-based restricted stock unit (“PSU”) awards to certain executive officers. RSU awards vest quarterly over a three-year period subject to the executive’s continued employment or service with the Company through the vesting date. PSU awards have performance periods ranging from one The following table summarizes the activities related to the Company’s unvested RSUs and PSUs: Unvested Restricted Stock Units Number of Weighted- Balances as of December 31, 2023 — $ — Granted 159,978 686.36 Vested (6,663) 562.00 Forfeited — — Balances as of March 31, 2024 153,315 $ 691.76 Stock-based Compensation Total stock-based compensation expense was $76 million and $99 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. Stock Repurchases In March 2021, the Company’s Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of up to $5 billion of its common stock, with no expiration date, and in September 2023, the Board of Directors increased the share repurchase authorization by an additional $10 billion, also with no expiration date. Stock repurchases may be effected through open market repurchases in compliance with Rule 10b-18 under the Exchange Act, including through the use of trading plans intended to qualify under Rule 10b5-1 under the Exchange Act, privately-negotiated transactions, accelerated stock repurchase plans, block purchases, or other similar purchase techniques and in such amounts as management deems appropriate. The Company is not obligated to repurchase any specific number of shares, and the timing and actual number of shares repurchased will depend on a variety of factors, including the Company’s stock price, general economic, business and market conditions, and alternative investment opportunities. The Company may discontinue any repurchases of its common stock at any time without prior notice. During the three months ended March 31, 2024, the Company repurchased 3,566,965 shares for an aggregate amount of $2.0 billion. As of March 31, 2024, $6.4 billion remains available for repurchases. Shares repurchased by the Company are accounted for when the transaction is settled. As of March 31, 2024, there were no unsettled share repurchases. Direct costs incurred to acquire the shares are included in the total cost of the shares. Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) The following tables summarize the changes in accumulated balances of other comprehensive income (loss): Foreign Currency Translation Change in Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Cash Flow Hedges Tax (expense) benefit Total (in thousands) Balances as of December 31, 2023 $ (103,922) $ (155,730) $ 35,707 $ (223,945) Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications (73,052) 229,144 (52,540) 103,552 Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) — 11,047 (2,533) 8,514 Net change in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (73,052) 240,191 (55,073) 112,066 Balances as of March 31, 2024 $ (176,974) $ 84,461 $ (19,366) $ (111,879) Foreign Currency Translation Change in Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Cash Flow Hedges Tax (expense) benefit Total (in thousands) Balances as of December 31, 2022 $ (217,306) $ — $ — $ (217,306) Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications 25,611 — — 25,611 Net change in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) 25,611 — — 25,611 Balances as of March 31, 2023 $ (191,695) $ — $ — $ (191,695) The following table summarizes the amounts reclassified from AOCI to the Consolidated Statement of Operations: Three Months Ended March 31, 2024 Revenues Cost of Revenues Provision for Income Taxes Total Reclassifications (in thousands) Gains (losses) on derivatives in cash flow hedging relationship Foreign exchange contracts Amount of gains (losses) reclassified from AOCI $ (11,241) $ 194 $ 2,533 $ (8,514) No gains or losses on derivative instruments were reclassified from AOCI into the Consolidated Statements of Operations in the three months ended March 31, 2023. |
Income Taxes
Income Taxes | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Income Taxes | Income Taxes Three Months Ended March 31, March 31, (in thousands, except percentages) Provision for income taxes $ 282,370 $ 163,754 Effective tax rate 11 % 11 % |
Segment and Geographic Informat
Segment and Geographic Information | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Segment Reporting [Abstract] | |
Segment and Geographic Information | Segment and Geographic Information The Company operates as one operating segment. The Company's chief operating decision maker ("CODM") is its co-chief executive officers, who review financial information presented on a consolidated basis for the purposes of making operating decisions, assessing financial performance and allocating resources. Total U.S. revenues were $3.9 billion and $3.3 billion for the three months ended March 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. See Note 2 Revenue Recognition for additional information about streaming revenue by region. The Company's long-lived tangible assets, as well as the Company's operating lease right-of-use assets recognized on the Consolidated Balance Sheets as of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, were located as follows: As of March 31, December 31, (in thousands) United States $ 2,747,928 $ 2,724,710 International 912,565 843,633 |
Subsequent Event
Subsequent Event | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Subsequent Events [Abstract] | |
Subsequent Event | Subsequent Event On April 12, 2024, the Company entered into a new five-year revolving credit agreement that provides for a $3 billion unsecured revolving credit facility, subject to certain terms and conditions as set forth therein. Revolving loans will bear interest, at the Company’s option, at either (i) a floating rate per annum equal to a base rate (the “Alternate Base Rate”) plus an applicable margin or (ii) a per annum rate equal to an adjusted term SOFR rate (the “Adjusted Term SOFR Rate”) plus an applicable margin. The applicable margin for Alternate Base Rate loans will range from 0% to 0.25%, and the applicable margin for Adjusted Term SOFR Rate loans will range from 0.75% to 1.25%, each based on the Company’s credit ratings. As of April 22, 2024, there were no borrowings outstanding under the credit agreement. |
Pay vs Performance Disclosure
Pay vs Performance Disclosure - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023 | |
Pay vs Performance Disclosure | ||
Net Income (Loss) | $ 2,332,209 | $ 1,305,120 |
Insider Trading Arrangements
Insider Trading Arrangements | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 shares | |
Trading Arrangements, by Individual | |
Material Terms of Trading Arrangement | The adoption or termination of contracts, instructions or written plans for the purchase or sale of our securities by our Section 16 officers and directors for the three months ended March 31, 2024, each of which is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c) under the Exchange Act (“Rule 10b5-1 Plan”), were as follows: Name Title Action Date Adopted Expiration Date Aggregate # of Securities to be Purchased/Sold Leslie Kilgore (1) Director Adoption 1/29/2024 4/23/2025 6,010 Anne Sweeney (2) Director Adoption 1/30/2024 4/25/2025 6,039 (1) Leslie Kilgore, a member of the Board of Directors, entered into a pre-arranged stock trading plan pursuant to Rule 10b5-1 on January 29, 2024. Ms. Kilgore's plan provides for the potential exercise of vested stock options and the associated sale of up to 6,010 shares of Netflix common stock. The plan expires on April 23, 2025, or upon the earlier completion of all authorized transactions under the plan. (2) Anne Sweeney, a member of the Board of Directors, entered into a pre-arranged stock trading plan pursuant to Rule 10b5-1 on January 30, 2024. Ms. Sweeney's plan provides for the potential exercise of vested stock options and the associated sale of up to 6,039 shares of Netflix common stock. The plan expires on April 25, 2025, or upon the earlier completion of all authorized transactions under the plan. Other than those disclosed above, none of our directors or officers adopted or terminated a "non-Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement" as defined in Item 408 of Regulation S-K. |
Non-Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted | false |
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Terminated | false |
Non-Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Terminated | false |
Leslie Kilgore [Member] | |
Trading Arrangements, by Individual | |
Name | Leslie Kilgore |
Title | Director |
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted | true |
Adoption Date | 1/29/2024 |
Arrangement Duration | 450 days |
Aggregate Available | 6,010 |
Anne Sweeney [Member] | |
Trading Arrangements, by Individual | |
Name | Anne Sweeney |
Title | Director |
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted | true |
Adoption Date | 1/30/2024 |
Arrangement Duration | 451 days |
Aggregate Available | 6,039 |
Basis of Presentation and Sum_2
Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Policies) | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract] | |
Use of Estimates | The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) requires management to make estimates and judgments that affect the amounts reported in the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. Significant items subject to such estimates and assumptions include the amortization of content assets and the recognition and measurement of income tax assets and liabilities. The Company bases its estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that the Company believes to be reasonable under the circumstances. On a regular basis, the Company evaluates the assumptions, judgments and estimates. Actual results may differ from these estimates. |
Derivative Financial Instruments | Derivative Financial Instruments The Company uses derivative instruments to manage foreign exchange risk related to its ongoing business operations with the primary objective of reducing earnings and cash flow volatility associated with fluctuations in foreign exchange rates. The Company recognizes derivative instruments at fair value as either assets (presented in “Other current assets” and “Other non-current assets”) or liabilities (presented in “Accrued expenses and other liabilities'' and “Other non-current liabilities”) on the Company’s Consolidated Balance Sheets. The Company classifies derivative instruments in the Level 2 category within the fair value hierarchy. Cash flow hedges The Company enters into forward contracts to manage the foreign exchange risk on forecasted revenue transactions denominated in currencies other than the U.S. dollar, as well as the foreign exchange risk on forecasted transactions and firm commitments related to the licensing and production of foreign currency-denominated content assets. These forward contracts are designated as cash flow hedges of foreign currency firm commitments and forecasted transactions and generally have maturities of 24 months or less. The hedging contracts may reduce, but do not entirely eliminate, the effect of foreign currency exchange movements, and the Company may choose not to hedge certain exposures. The gain or loss on derivative instruments designated as cash flow hedges of forecasted foreign currency revenue is initially reported as a component of accumulated other comprehensive income (“AOCI”) and reclassified into “Revenues” on the Consolidated Statements of Operations in the same period the forecasted transaction affects earnings. The gain or loss on derivative instruments designated as cash flow hedges of firmly committed or forecasted transactions related to the licensing and production of content assets is initially reported as a component of AOCI and reclassified into “Cost of Revenues” on the Consolidated Statements of Operations in the same period the hedged transaction affects earnings, which occurs as the underlying hedged content assets are amortized. Cash flows from hedging activities are classified in the same category as the cash flows for the underlying item being hedged within "Net cash provided by operating activities" on the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows. In the event that the likelihood of occurrence of the underlying forecasted transactions is determined to be probable not to occur, the gains or losses on the related cash flow hedges are reclassified from AOCI to “Interest and other income (expense)” in the Consolidated Statements of Operations in the period of dedesignation. Derivative instruments not designated as hedging instruments The Company enters into forward contracts to manage the foreign exchange risk on intercompany transactions and monetary assets and liabilities that are not denominated in the functional currencies of the Company and its subsidiaries. These derivative instruments are not designated as hedging instruments and may reduce, but do not entirely eliminate, the effect of foreign currency exchange movements. The gain or loss on derivative instruments not designated as hedging instruments are recorded in “Interest and other income (expense)” in the Consolidated Statements of Operations. Cash flows related to these derivative instruments are classified within "Net cash provided by operating activities" on the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows. See Note 7 Derivative Financial Instruments |
Stock-based Compensation | Stock-based Compensation |
Recently issued accounting pronouncements not yet adopted | Recently issued accounting pronouncements not yet adopted In November 2023, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2023-07, Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures , which requires public entities to disclose information about their reportable segments’ significant expenses and other segment items on an interim and annual basis. Public entities with a single reportable segment are required to apply the disclosure requirements in ASU 2023-07, as well as all existing segment disclosures and reconciliation requirements in ASC 280 on an interim and annual basis. ASU 2023-07 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2023, and for interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2024, with early adoption permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of adopting ASU 2023-07. In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-09, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures , which requires public entities, on an annual basis, to provide disclosure of specific categories in the rate reconciliation, as well as disclosure of income taxes paid disaggregated by jurisdiction. ASU 2023-09 is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2024, with early adoption permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of adopting ASU 2023-09. |
Revenue Recognition (Tables)
Revenue Recognition (Tables) | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract] | |
Schedule of Streaming Revenue, Paid Net Membership Additions, and Ending Paid Memberships by Region | The following tables summarize streaming revenues, paid net membership additions (losses), and ending paid memberships by region for the three months ended March 31, 2024 and March 31, 2023, respectively. Hedging gains and losses are included in “Streaming revenues” for the three months ended March 31, 2024. No hedge gains and losses were recognized as “Streaming revenues” in the comparative prior year period. See Note 7 Derivative Financial Instruments for further information. United States and Canada (UCAN) As of/Three Months Ended March 31, March 31, (in thousands) Streaming revenues $ 4,224,315 $ 3,608,645 Paid net membership additions 2,530 102 Paid memberships at end of period (1) 82,658 74,398 Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) As of/Three Months Ended March 31, March 31, (in thousands) Streaming revenues $ 2,958,193 $ 2,517,641 Paid net membership additions 2,916 644 Paid memberships at end of period (1) 91,729 77,373 Latin America (LATAM) As of/Three Months Ended March 31, March 31, (in thousands) Streaming revenues $ 1,165,008 $ 1,070,192 Paid net membership additions (losses) 1,723 (450) Paid memberships at end of period (1) 47,720 41,249 Asia-Pacific (APAC) As of/Three Months Ended March 31, March 31, (in thousands) Streaming revenues $ 1,022,924 $ 933,523 Paid net membership additions 2,157 1,455 Paid memberships at end of period (1) 47,495 39,478 (1) A paid membership (also referred to as a paid subscription) is defined as a membership that has the right to receive Netflix service following sign-up and a method of payment being provided, and that is not part of a free trial or certain other promotions that may be offered by the Company to new or rejoining members. Certain members have the option to add extra member sub accounts. These extra member sub accounts are not included in paid memberships. A membership is canceled and ceases to be reflected in the above metrics as of the effective cancellation date. Voluntary cancellations generally become effective at the end of the prepaid membership period. Involuntary cancellations, as a result of a failed method of payment, become effective immediately. Memberships are assigned to territories based on the geographic location used at time of sign-up as determined by the Company’s internal systems, which utilize industry standard geo-location technology. |
Earnings Per Share (Tables)
Earnings Per Share (Tables) | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Earnings Per Share [Abstract] | |
Schedule of Computation of Earnings Per Share | The computation of earnings per share is as follows: Three Months Ended March 31, March 31, (in thousands, except per share data) Basic earnings per share: Net income $ 2,332,209 $ 1,305,120 Shares used in computation: Weighted-average shares of common stock outstanding 432,090 445,244 Basic earnings per share $ 5.40 $ 2.93 Diluted earnings per share: Net income $ 2,332,209 $ 1,305,120 Shares used in computation: Weighted-average shares of common stock outstanding 432,090 445,244 Effect of dilutive stock-based awards 9,564 7,173 Weighted-average number of shares 441,654 452,417 Diluted earnings per share $ 5.28 $ 2.88 |
Schedule of Potential Common Shares Excluded from Diluted Calculation | The following table summarizes the potential shares of common stock excluded from the diluted calculation as their inclusion would have been anti-dilutive: Three Months Ended March 31, March 31, (in thousands) Stock-based awards 685 5,847 |
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restr_2
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash, and Short-term Investments (Tables) | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Short-Term Investments And Fair Value Measurement [Abstract] | |
Schedule of Cash, Restricted Cash and Short-term Investments | The following tables summarize the Company's cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and short-term investments as of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023: As of March 31, 2024 Cash and cash equivalents Short-term investments Other Current Assets Non-current Assets Total (in thousands) Cash $ 6,169,888 $ — $ 1,690 $ 78 $ 6,171,656 Level 1 securities: Money market funds 573,922 — — 55 573,977 Level 2 securities: Time Deposits (1) 280,956 20,973 — — 301,929 $ 7,024,766 $ 20,973 $ 1,690 $ 133 $ 7,047,562 As of December 31, 2023 Cash and cash equivalents Short-term investments Other Current Assets Non-current Assets Total (in thousands) Cash $ 5,986,629 $ — $ 1,466 $ 81 $ 5,988,176 Level 1 securities: Money market funds 925,652 — — 55 925,707 Level 2 securities: Time Deposits (1) 204,632 20,973 — — 225,605 $ 7,116,913 $ 20,973 $ 1,466 $ 136 $ 7,139,488 (1) The majority of the Company's time deposits are international deposits, which mature within one year. |
Balance Sheet Components (Table
Balance Sheet Components (Tables) | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Balance Sheet Related Disclosures [Abstract] | |
Schedule off Content Assets | Content assets consisted of the following: As of March 31, December 31, (in thousands) Licensed content, net $ 12,549,546 $ 12,722,701 Produced content, net Released, less amortization 9,917,832 9,843,150 In production 8,242,560 8,247,578 In development and pre-production 952,162 844,627 19,112,554 18,935,355 Content assets, net $ 31,662,100 $ 31,658,056 |
Schedule of Amortization of Streaming Content Assets | The following table represents the amortization of content assets: Three Months Ended March 31, March 31, (in thousands) Licensed content $ 1,835,117 $ 1,723,678 Produced content 1,835,688 1,736,306 Total $ 3,670,805 $ 3,459,984 |
Schedule of Property and Equipment, Net | Property and equipment and accumulated depreciation consisted of the following: As of March 31, December 31, Estimated Useful Lives (in thousands) Land $ 88,468 $ 88,429 Buildings 156,345 150,736 30 years Leasehold improvements 1,043,759 1,032,492 Over life of lease Furniture and fixtures 139,968 144,737 3 years Information technology 399,742 414,092 3 years Corporate aircraft 99,175 99,175 8-10 years Machinery and equipment 10,632 10,334 3-5 years Capital work-in-progress 447,682 406,492 Property and equipment, gross 2,385,771 2,346,487 Less: Accumulated depreciation (884,603) (855,043) Property and equipment, net $ 1,501,168 $ 1,491,444 |
Schedule of Information on Right-of-Use Assets and Lease Liabilities | Information related to the Company's operating right-of-use assets and related operating lease liabilities were as follows: Three Months Ended March 31, March 31, (in thousands) Cash paid for operating lease liabilities $ 125,306 $ 113,407 Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for new operating lease obligations 183,962 20,894 As of March 31, December 31, (in thousands) Operating lease right-of-use assets, net $ 2,159,325 $ 2,076,899 Current operating lease liabilities 397,628 383,312 Non-current operating lease liabilities 2,098,004 2,046,801 Total operating lease liabilities $ 2,495,632 $ 2,430,113 |
Schedule of Other Current Assets | Other current assets consisted of the following: As of March 31, December 31, (in thousands) Trade receivables $ 1,228,691 $ 1,287,054 Prepaid expenses 454,145 408,936 Other 1,192,738 1,084,257 Total other current assets $ 2,875,574 $ 2,780,247 |
Debt (Tables)
Debt (Tables) | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Debt Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments | The following table provides a summary of the Company's outstanding debt and the fair values based on quoted market prices in less active markets as of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023: Principal Amount at Par Level 2 Fair Value as of March 31, December 31, Issuance Date Maturity March 31, December 31, (in millions) (in millions) 5.750% Senior Notes $ — $ 400 February 2014 March 2024 $ — $ 400 5.875% Senior Notes 800 800 February 2015 February 2025 803 807 3.000% Senior Notes (1) 507 519 April 2020 June 2025 503 516 3.625% Senior Notes 500 500 April 2020 June 2025 490 491 4.375% Senior Notes 1,000 1,000 October 2016 November 2026 985 996 3.625% Senior Notes (1) 1,401 1,434 May 2017 May 2027 1,416 1,454 4.875% Senior Notes 1,600 1,600 October 2017 April 2028 1,598 1,621 5.875% Senior Notes 1,900 1,900 April 2018 November 2028 1,976 2,009 4.625% Senior Notes (1) 1,187 1,215 October 2018 May 2029 1,256 1,300 6.375% Senior Notes 800 800 October 2018 May 2029 853 872 3.875% Senior Notes (1) 1,295 1,325 April 2019 November 2029 1,325 1,372 5.375% Senior Notes 900 900 April 2019 November 2029 920 931 3.625% Senior Notes (1) 1,187 1,215 October 2019 June 2030 1,199 1,237 4.875% Senior Notes 1,000 1,000 October 2019 June 2030 994 1,012 $ 14,077 $ 14,608 $ 14,318 $ 15,018 (1) The following Senior Notes have a principal amount denominated in euro: 3.000% Senior Notes for €470 million, 3.625% Senior Notes for €1,300 million, 4.625% Senior Notes for €1,100 million, 3.875% Senior Notes for €1,200 million, and 3.625% Senior Notes for €1,100 million. |
Derivative Financial Instrume_2
Derivative Financial Instruments (Tables) | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Schedule of Notional Amounts of Outstanding Foreign Currency Cash Flow Hedges | The net notional amounts of the Company’s outstanding derivative instruments were as follows: As of March 31, December 31, (in thousands) Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: Foreign exchange contracts Cash flow hedges $ 9,734,421 $ 8,783,273 Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: Foreign exchange contracts 526,681 — Total $ 10,261,102 $ 8,783,273 |
Schedule of Fair Value of Derivative Contracts | The fair value of the Company’s outstanding derivative instruments was as follows: As of March 31, 2024 Derivative Assets Derivative Liabilities Other current assets Other non-current assets Accrued expenses and other liabilities Other non-current liabilities (in thousands) Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: Foreign exchange contracts $ 102,960 $ 27,812 $ 41,788 $ 7,548 Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: Foreign exchange contracts 2,975 — 628 — Total $ 105,935 $ 27,812 $ 42,416 $ 7,548 As of December 31, 2023 Derivative Assets Derivative Liabilities Other current assets Other non-current assets Accrued expenses and other liabilities Other non-current liabilities (in thousands) Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: Foreign exchange contracts $ 26,416 $ 4,518 $ 140,089 $ 46,575 Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: Foreign exchange contracts — — — — Total $ 26,416 $ 4,518 $ 140,089 $ 46,575 |
Schedule of Offsetting Derivative Assets and Liabilities | The potential offsetting effect to the Company’s derivative assets and liabilities under its master netting agreements and collateral security agreements were as follows: As of March 31, 2024 Gross Amount Not Offset in the Consolidated Balance Sheets Gross Amount Recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets Gross Amount Offset in the Consolidated Balance Sheets Net Amount Presented in the Consolidated Balance Sheets Financial Instruments Collateral Received and Posted Net Amount (in thousands) Derivative assets $ 133,747 $ — $ 133,747 $ (29,781) $ — $ 103,966 Derivative liabilities 49,964 — 49,964 (29,781) — 20,183 As of December 31, 2023 Gross Amount Not Offset in the Consolidated Balance Sheets Gross Amount Recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets Gross Amount Offset in the Consolidated Balance Sheets Net Amount Presented in the Consolidated Balance Sheets Financial Instruments Collateral Received and Posted Net Amount (in thousands) Derivative assets $ 30,934 $ — $ 30,934 $ (27,246) $ — $ 3,688 Derivative liabilities 186,664 — 186,664 (27,246) — 159,418 |
Schedule of Gains (Losses) on Cash Flow Hedges Recognized in AOCI | The pre-tax gains (losses) on the Company’s cash flow hedges recognized in AOCI were as follows: Three Months Ended March 31, March 31, (in thousands) Cash flow hedges: Foreign exchange contracts (1) Amount included in the assessment of effectiveness $ 229,144 $ — Total $ 229,144 $ — (1) No amounts were excluded from the assessment of effectiveness. |
Schedule of Gains (Losses) on Derivative Instruments Recognized in the Consolidated Statement of Operations | The gains (losses) on derivative instruments recognized in the Consolidated Statement of Operations were as follows: Three Months Ended March 31, 2024 Revenues Cost of Revenues Interest and other income (expense) (in thousands) Total amounts presented in the Consolidated Statements of Operations $ 9,370,440 $ 4,977,073 $ 155,359 Gains (losses) on derivatives in cash flow hedging relationship Foreign exchange contracts Amount of gains (losses) reclassified from AOCI (11,241) 194 — Gains (losses) on derivatives not designated as hedging instruments Foreign exchange contracts — — 4,266 |
Commitments and Contingencies (
Commitments and Contingencies (Tables) | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Summary of Expected Timing of Payments for Streaming Content Obligations | The expected timing of payments for these content obligations is as follows: As of March 31, December 31, (in thousands) Less than one year $ 11,066,048 $ 10,328,923 Due after one year and through three years 9,378,186 8,784,302 Due after three years and through five years 2,820,168 2,016,358 Due after five years 930,598 583,766 Total content obligations $ 24,195,000 $ 21,713,349 |
Stockholders' Equity (Tables)
Stockholders' Equity (Tables) | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract] | |
Schedule of Activity Related to Stock Option Plans | The following table summarizes the activities related to the Company’s stock options: Options Outstanding Number of Weighted- Balances as of December 31, 2023 19,695,109 $ 268.86 Granted 198,574 526.29 Exercised (1,768,956) 151.68 Expired (1,181) 57.46 Balances as of March 31, 2024 18,123,546 $ 283.13 Vested and expected to vest as of March 31, 2024 18,123,546 $ 283.13 Exercisable as of March 31, 2024 17,919,888 $ 281.72 |
Schedule of Unvested Restricted Stock Units | The following table summarizes the activities related to the Company’s unvested RSUs and PSUs: Unvested Restricted Stock Units Number of Weighted- Balances as of December 31, 2023 — $ — Granted 159,978 686.36 Vested (6,663) 562.00 Forfeited — — Balances as of March 31, 2024 153,315 $ 691.76 |
Schedule of Changes in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) | The following tables summarize the changes in accumulated balances of other comprehensive income (loss): Foreign Currency Translation Change in Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Cash Flow Hedges Tax (expense) benefit Total (in thousands) Balances as of December 31, 2023 $ (103,922) $ (155,730) $ 35,707 $ (223,945) Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications (73,052) 229,144 (52,540) 103,552 Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) — 11,047 (2,533) 8,514 Net change in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (73,052) 240,191 (55,073) 112,066 Balances as of March 31, 2024 $ (176,974) $ 84,461 $ (19,366) $ (111,879) Foreign Currency Translation Change in Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Cash Flow Hedges Tax (expense) benefit Total (in thousands) Balances as of December 31, 2022 $ (217,306) $ — $ — $ (217,306) Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications 25,611 — — 25,611 Net change in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) 25,611 — — 25,611 Balances as of March 31, 2023 $ (191,695) $ — $ — $ (191,695) The following table summarizes the amounts reclassified from AOCI to the Consolidated Statement of Operations: Three Months Ended March 31, 2024 Revenues Cost of Revenues Provision for Income Taxes Total Reclassifications (in thousands) Gains (losses) on derivatives in cash flow hedging relationship Foreign exchange contracts Amount of gains (losses) reclassified from AOCI $ (11,241) $ 194 $ 2,533 $ (8,514) |
Income Taxes (Tables)
Income Taxes (Tables) | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Schedule of Components of Provision for Income Taxes | Three Months Ended March 31, March 31, (in thousands, except percentages) Provision for income taxes $ 282,370 $ 163,754 Effective tax rate 11 % 11 % |
Segment and Geographic Inform_2
Segment and Geographic Information (Tables) | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Segment Reporting [Abstract] | |
Schedule of Long-lived Assets by Geographic Areas | The Company's long-lived tangible assets, as well as the Company's operating lease right-of-use assets recognized on the Consolidated Balance Sheets as of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, were located as follows: As of March 31, December 31, (in thousands) United States $ 2,747,928 $ 2,724,710 International 912,565 843,633 |
Basis of Presentation and Sum_3
Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Narrative (Details) | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | Cash flow hedges | |
Organization And Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items] | |
Derivative, term ofcontract | 24 months |
Revenue Recognition - Revenue a
Revenue Recognition - Revenue and Membership Information (Details) membership in Thousands, $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2024 USD ($) membership | Mar. 31, 2023 USD ($) membership | |
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items] | ||
Revenues | $ | $ 9,370,440 | $ 8,161,503 |
Streaming | United States and Canada | ||
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items] | ||
Revenues | $ | $ 4,224,315 | $ 3,608,645 |
Paid net membership additions (losses) (in memberships) | 2,530 | 102 |
Paid memberships at end of period (in memberships) | 82,658 | 74,398 |
Streaming | Europe, Middle East, and Africa | ||
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items] | ||
Revenues | $ | $ 2,958,193 | $ 2,517,641 |
Paid net membership additions (losses) (in memberships) | 2,916 | 644 |
Paid memberships at end of period (in memberships) | 91,729 | 77,373 |
Streaming | Latin America | ||
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items] | ||
Revenues | $ | $ 1,165,008 | $ 1,070,192 |
Paid net membership additions (losses) (in memberships) | 1,723 | (450) |
Paid memberships at end of period (in memberships) | 47,720 | 41,249 |
Streaming | Asia-Pacific | ||
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items] | ||
Revenues | $ | $ 1,022,924 | $ 933,523 |
Paid net membership additions (losses) (in memberships) | 2,157 | 1,455 |
Paid memberships at end of period (in memberships) | 47,495 | 39,478 |
Revenue Recognition - Additiona
Revenue Recognition - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended | |
Dec. 31, 2023 | Mar. 31, 2024 | |
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract] | ||
Deferred revenue | $ 1,442,969 | $ 1,469,484 |
Increase in deferred revenue | $ 27,000 |
Earnings Per Share - Calculatio
Earnings Per Share - Calculation of EPS (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, shares in Thousands, $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023 | |
Basic earnings per share: | ||
Net income | $ 2,332,209 | $ 1,305,120 |
Weighted-average common shares outstanding (in shares) | 432,090 | 445,244 |
Basic earnings per share (in USD per share) | $ 5.40 | $ 2.93 |
Diluted earnings per share: | ||
Net income | $ 2,332,209 | $ 1,305,120 |
Shares used in computation: | ||
Weighted-average common shares outstanding (in shares) | 432,090 | 445,244 |
Effect of dilutive stock-based awards (in shares) | 9,564 | 7,173 |
Weighted-average number of shares (in shares) | 441,654 | 452,417 |
Diluted earnings per share (in USD per share) | $ 5.28 | $ 2.88 |
Earnings Per Share - Antidiluti
Earnings Per Share - Antidilutive Shares (Details) - shares shares in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023 | |
Earnings Per Share [Abstract] | ||
Antidilutive securities excluded from earnings per share calculations (in shares) | 685 | 5,847 |
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restr_3
Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash, and Short-term Investments (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Mar. 31, 2024 | Dec. 31, 2023 |
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Line Items] | ||
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments | $ 7,047,562 | $ 7,139,488 |
Cash and cash equivalents | ||
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Line Items] | ||
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments | 7,024,766 | 7,116,913 |
Short-term investments | ||
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Line Items] | ||
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments | 20,973 | 20,973 |
Other Current Assets | ||
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Line Items] | ||
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments | 1,690 | 1,466 |
Non-current Assets | ||
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Line Items] | ||
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments | 133 | 136 |
Cash | ||
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Line Items] | ||
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments | 6,171,656 | 5,988,176 |
Cash | Cash and cash equivalents | ||
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Line Items] | ||
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments | 6,169,888 | 5,986,629 |
Cash | Short-term investments | ||
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Line Items] | ||
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments | 0 | 0 |
Cash | Other Current Assets | ||
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Line Items] | ||
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments | 1,690 | 1,466 |
Cash | Non-current Assets | ||
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Line Items] | ||
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments | 78 | 81 |
Money market funds | Level 1 securities: | ||
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Line Items] | ||
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments | 573,977 | 925,707 |
Money market funds | Cash and cash equivalents | Level 1 securities: | ||
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Line Items] | ||
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments | 573,922 | 925,652 |
Money market funds | Short-term investments | Level 1 securities: | ||
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Line Items] | ||
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments | 0 | 0 |
Money market funds | Other Current Assets | Level 1 securities: | ||
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Line Items] | ||
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments | 0 | 0 |
Money market funds | Non-current Assets | Level 1 securities: | ||
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Line Items] | ||
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments | 55 | 55 |
Time Deposits | Level 2 securities: | ||
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Line Items] | ||
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments | 301,929 | 225,605 |
Time Deposits | Cash and cash equivalents | Level 2 securities: | ||
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Line Items] | ||
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments | 280,956 | 204,632 |
Time Deposits | Short-term investments | Level 2 securities: | ||
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Line Items] | ||
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments | 20,973 | 20,973 |
Time Deposits | Other Current Assets | Level 2 securities: | ||
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Line Items] | ||
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments | 0 | 0 |
Time Deposits | Non-current Assets | Level 2 securities: | ||
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Line Items] | ||
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments | $ 0 | $ 0 |
Balance Sheet Components - Comp
Balance Sheet Components - Components of Content Assets (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | ||
Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023 | Dec. 31, 2023 | |
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items] | |||
Content assets, net | $ 31,662,100 | $ 31,658,056 | |
Amortization of content assets | 3,670,805 | $ 3,459,984 | |
Licensed content | |||
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items] | |||
Net content | 12,549,546 | 12,722,701 | |
Amortization of content assets | 1,835,117 | 1,723,678 | |
Produced content | |||
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items] | |||
Net content | 9,917,832 | 9,843,150 | |
In production | 8,242,560 | 8,247,578 | |
In development and pre-production | 952,162 | 844,627 | |
Content assets, net | 19,112,554 | $ 18,935,355 | |
Amortization of content assets | $ 1,835,688 | $ 1,736,306 |
Balance Sheet Components - Prop
Balance Sheet Components - Property and Equipment and Accumulated Depreciation (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Mar. 31, 2024 | Dec. 31, 2023 |
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Property and equipment, gross | $ 2,385,771 | $ 2,346,487 |
Less: Accumulated depreciation | (884,603) | (855,043) |
Property and equipment, net | 1,501,168 | 1,491,444 |
Land | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Property and equipment, gross | 88,468 | 88,429 |
Buildings | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Property and equipment, gross | $ 156,345 | 150,736 |
Estimated Useful Lives | 30 years | |
Leasehold improvements | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Property and equipment, gross | $ 1,043,759 | 1,032,492 |
Furniture and fixtures | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Property and equipment, gross | $ 139,968 | 144,737 |
Estimated Useful Lives | 3 years | |
Information technology | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Property and equipment, gross | $ 399,742 | 414,092 |
Estimated Useful Lives | 3 years | |
Corporate aircraft | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Property and equipment, gross | $ 99,175 | 99,175 |
Corporate aircraft | Minimum | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Estimated Useful Lives | 8 years | |
Corporate aircraft | Maximum | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Estimated Useful Lives | 10 years | |
Machinery and equipment | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Property and equipment, gross | $ 10,632 | 10,334 |
Machinery and equipment | Minimum | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Estimated Useful Lives | 3 years | |
Machinery and equipment | Maximum | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Estimated Useful Lives | 5 years | |
Capital work-in-progress | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Property and equipment, gross | $ 447,682 | $ 406,492 |
Balance Sheet Components - Leas
Balance Sheet Components - Leases (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | ||
Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023 | Dec. 31, 2023 | |
Leases [Abstract] | |||
Cash paid for operating lease liabilities | $ 125,306 | $ 113,407 | |
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for new operating lease obligations | 183,962 | $ 20,894 | |
Operating lease right-of-use assets, net | 2,159,325 | $ 2,076,899 | |
Current operating lease liabilities | 397,628 | 383,312 | |
Non-current operating lease liabilities | 2,098,004 | 2,046,801 | |
Total operating lease liabilities | $ 2,495,632 | $ 2,430,113 |
Balance Sheet Components - Othe
Balance Sheet Components - Other Current Assets (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Mar. 31, 2024 | Dec. 31, 2023 |
Balance Sheet Related Disclosures [Abstract] | ||
Trade receivables | $ 1,228,691 | $ 1,287,054 |
Prepaid expenses | 454,145 | 408,936 |
Other | 1,192,738 | 1,084,257 |
Total other current assets | $ 2,875,574 | $ 2,780,247 |
Debt - Narrative (Details)
Debt - Narrative (Details) $ in Thousands | 1 Months Ended | 3 Months Ended | |||
Mar. 31, 2024 USD ($) | Mar. 31, 2024 USD ($) | Mar. 31, 2023 USD ($) | Mar. 31, 2024 EUR (€) | Dec. 31, 2023 USD ($) | |
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||||
Aggregate outstanding notes | $ 14,016,000 | $ 14,016,000 | $ 14,543,000 | ||
Debt issuance costs | 61,000 | 61,000 | 65,000 | ||
Short-term debt | 798,936 | 798,936 | 399,844 | ||
Long-term notes denominated in foreign currency | 14,077,000 | 14,077,000 | 14,608,000 | ||
Foreign currency remeasurement gain on debt | 130,801 | $ (80,651) | |||
Repayments of debt | 400,000 | $ 0 | |||
Senior Notes | |||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||||
Long-term notes denominated in foreign currency | € | € 5,170,000,000 | ||||
Foreign currency remeasurement gain on debt | $ 131,000 | ||||
Redemption price, percent of outstanding principal | 101% | ||||
Senior Notes | 5.750% Senior Notes | |||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | |||||
Long-term notes denominated in foreign currency | 0 | $ 0 | $ 400,000 | ||
Repayments of debt | $ 400,000 | ||||
Interest rate | 5.75% | 5.75% | 5.75% | 5.75% |
Debt - Schedule of Long-term De
Debt - Schedule of Long-term Debt (Details) $ in Millions | Mar. 31, 2024 EUR (€) | Mar. 31, 2024 USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2023 EUR (€) | Dec. 31, 2023 USD ($) |
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||
Face amount | $ 14,077 | $ 14,608 | ||
Long-term debt, fair value | $ 14,318 | $ 15,018 | ||
Senior Notes | ||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||
Face amount | € | € 5,170,000,000 | |||
Senior Notes | 5.750% Senior Notes | ||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||
Interest rate | 5.75% | 5.75% | 5.75% | 5.75% |
Face amount | $ 0 | $ 400 | ||
Long-term debt, fair value | $ 0 | $ 400 | ||
Senior Notes | 5.875% Senior Notes | ||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||
Interest rate | 5.875% | 5.875% | 5.875% | 5.875% |
Face amount | $ 800 | $ 800 | ||
Long-term debt, fair value | $ 803 | $ 807 | ||
Senior Notes | 3.000% Senior Notes | ||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||
Interest rate | 3% | 3% | 3% | 3% |
Face amount | € 470,000,000 | $ 507 | € 470,000,000 | $ 519 |
Long-term debt, fair value | $ 503 | $ 516 | ||
Senior Notes | 3.625% Senior Notes | ||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||
Interest rate | 3.625% | 3.625% | 3.625% | 3.625% |
Face amount | $ 500 | $ 500 | ||
Long-term debt, fair value | $ 490 | $ 491 | ||
Senior Notes | 4.375% Senior Notes | ||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||
Interest rate | 4.375% | 4.375% | 4.375% | 4.375% |
Face amount | $ 1,000 | $ 1,000 | ||
Long-term debt, fair value | $ 985 | $ 996 | ||
Senior Notes | 3.625% Senior Notes | ||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||
Interest rate | 3.625% | 3.625% | 3.625% | 3.625% |
Face amount | € 1,300,000,000 | $ 1,401 | € 1,300,000,000 | $ 1,434 |
Long-term debt, fair value | $ 1,416 | $ 1,454 | ||
Senior Notes | 4.875% Senior Notes | ||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||
Interest rate | 4.875% | 4.875% | 4.875% | 4.875% |
Face amount | $ 1,600 | $ 1,600 | ||
Long-term debt, fair value | $ 1,598 | $ 1,621 | ||
Senior Notes | 5.875% Senior Notes | ||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||
Interest rate | 5.875% | 5.875% | 5.875% | 5.875% |
Face amount | $ 1,900 | $ 1,900 | ||
Long-term debt, fair value | $ 1,976 | $ 2,009 | ||
Senior Notes | 4.625% Senior Notes | ||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||
Interest rate | 4.625% | 4.625% | 4.625% | 4.625% |
Face amount | € 1,100,000,000 | $ 1,187 | € 1,100,000,000 | $ 1,215 |
Long-term debt, fair value | $ 1,256 | $ 1,300 | ||
Senior Notes | 6.375% Senior Notes | ||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||
Interest rate | 6.375% | 6.375% | 6.375% | 6.375% |
Face amount | $ 800 | $ 800 | ||
Long-term debt, fair value | $ 853 | $ 872 | ||
Senior Notes | 3.875% Senior Notes | ||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||
Interest rate | 3.875% | 3.875% | 3.875% | 3.875% |
Face amount | € 1,200,000,000 | $ 1,295 | € 1,200,000,000 | $ 1,325 |
Long-term debt, fair value | $ 1,325 | $ 1,372 | ||
Senior Notes | 5.375% Senior Notes | ||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||
Interest rate | 5.375% | 5.375% | 5.375% | 5.375% |
Face amount | $ 900 | $ 900 | ||
Long-term debt, fair value | $ 920 | $ 931 | ||
Senior Notes | 3.625% Senior Notes | ||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||
Interest rate | 3.625% | 3.625% | 3.625% | 3.625% |
Face amount | € 1,100,000,000 | $ 1,187 | € 1,100,000,000 | $ 1,215 |
Long-term debt, fair value | $ 1,199 | $ 1,237 | ||
Senior Notes | 4.875% Senior Notes | ||||
Debt Instrument [Line Items] | ||||
Interest rate | 4.875% | 4.875% | 4.875% | 4.875% |
Face amount | $ 1,000 | $ 1,000 | ||
Long-term debt, fair value | $ 994 | $ 1,012 |
Debt - Revolving Line of Credit
Debt - Revolving Line of Credit (Details) - Revolving Credit Facility - USD ($) | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 06, 2023 | |
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items] | ||
Line of credit facility, maximum borrowing capacity | $ 3,000,000,000 | $ 1,000,000,000 |
Amount borrowed | $ 0 | |
Commitment fee percentage | 0.10% | |
Line of credit, agreement term | 5 years | |
London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) 1 | ||
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items] | ||
Applicable margin on variable rate | 0.75% | |
Federal Funds Rate | ||
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items] | ||
Applicable margin on variable rate | 0.50% | |
One-Month LIBOR Rate | ||
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items] | ||
Applicable margin on variable rate | 1% | |
One-Month LIBOR Rate | Minimum | ||
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items] | ||
Applicable margin on variable rate | 0% |
Derivative Financial Instrume_3
Derivative Financial Instruments - Notional Amount of Derivative Contracts (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Mar. 31, 2024 | Dec. 31, 2023 |
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Total | $ 10,261,102 | $ 8,783,273 |
Foreign exchange contracts | Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Total | 526,681 | 0 |
Foreign exchange contracts | Cash flow hedges | Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Total | $ 9,734,421 | $ 8,783,273 |
Derivative Financial Instrume_4
Derivative Financial Instruments - Fair Value of Derivative Contracts (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Mar. 31, 2024 | Dec. 31, 2023 |
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Derivative Assets | $ 133,747 | $ 30,934 |
Derivative Liabilities | 49,964 | 186,664 |
Other current assets | Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Derivative Assets | 26,416 | |
Other current assets | Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Derivative Assets | 105,935 | |
Other current assets | Foreign exchange contracts | Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Derivative Assets | 102,960 | 26,416 |
Other current assets | Foreign exchange contracts | Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Derivative Assets | 2,975 | 0 |
Other non-current assets | Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Derivative Assets | 4,518 | |
Other non-current assets | Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Derivative Assets | 27,812 | |
Other non-current assets | Foreign exchange contracts | Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Derivative Assets | 27,812 | 4,518 |
Other non-current assets | Foreign exchange contracts | Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Derivative Assets | 0 | 0 |
Accrued expenses and other liabilities | Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Derivative Liabilities | 140,089 | |
Accrued expenses and other liabilities | Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Derivative Liabilities | 42,416 | |
Accrued expenses and other liabilities | Foreign exchange contracts | Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Derivative Liabilities | 41,788 | 140,089 |
Accrued expenses and other liabilities | Foreign exchange contracts | Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Derivative Liabilities | 628 | 0 |
Other non-current liabilities | Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Derivative Liabilities | 46,575 | |
Other non-current liabilities | Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Derivative Liabilities | 7,548 | |
Other non-current liabilities | Foreign exchange contracts | Derivatives designated as hedging instruments: | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Derivative Liabilities | 7,548 | 46,575 |
Other non-current liabilities | Foreign exchange contracts | Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments: | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Derivative Liabilities | $ 0 | $ 0 |
Derivative Financial Instrume_5
Derivative Financial Instruments - Narrative (Details) $ in Millions | Mar. 31, 2024 USD ($) |
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Foreign currency cash flow hedges included in AOCI expected to be reclassified to earnings within the next 12 months | $ 60 |
Derivative Financial Instrume_6
Derivative Financial Instruments - Offsetting Derivative Assets and Liabilities (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Mar. 31, 2024 | Dec. 31, 2023 |
Derivative assets | ||
Gross Amount Recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets | $ 133,747 | $ 30,934 |
Gross Amount Offset in the Consolidated Balance Sheets | 0 | 0 |
Net Amount Presented in the Consolidated Balance Sheets | 133,747 | 30,934 |
Financial Instruments | (29,781) | (27,246) |
Collateral Received and Posted | 0 | 0 |
Net Amount | 103,966 | 3,688 |
Derivative liabilities | ||
Gross Amount Recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets | 49,964 | 186,664 |
Gross Amount Offset in the Consolidated Balance Sheets | 0 | 0 |
Net Amount Presented in the Consolidated Balance Sheets | 49,964 | 186,664 |
Financial Instruments | (29,781) | (27,246) |
Collateral Received and Posted | 0 | 0 |
Net Amount | $ 20,183 | $ 159,418 |
Derivative Financial Instrume_7
Derivative Financial Instruments - Effect of Derivative Instruments on Consolidated Financial Statements (Details) - Cash flow hedges - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023 | |
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Amount included in the assessment of effectiveness | $ 229,144 | $ 0 |
Foreign exchange contracts | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Amount included in the assessment of effectiveness | $ 229,144 | $ 0 |
Derivative Financial Instrume_8
Derivative Financial Instruments - Gains (Losses) on Derivative Instruments Recognized in the Consolidated Statement of Operations (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023 | |
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Total amounts presented in the Consolidated Statements of Operations | $ 9,370,440 | $ 8,161,503 |
Total amounts presented in the Consolidated Statements of Operations | 4,977,073 | 4,803,625 |
Total amounts presented in the Consolidated Statements of Operations | 155,359 | $ (71,204) |
Foreign exchange contracts | Revenues | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Amount of gains (losses) reclassified from AOCI | (11,241) | |
Gains (losses) on derivatives not designated as hedging instruments | 0 | |
Foreign exchange contracts | Cost of Revenues | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Amount of gains (losses) reclassified from AOCI | 194 | |
Gains (losses) on derivatives not designated as hedging instruments | 0 | |
Foreign exchange contracts | Interest and other income (expense) | ||
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items] | ||
Amount of gains (losses) reclassified from AOCI | 0 | |
Gains (losses) on derivatives not designated as hedging instruments | $ 4,266 |
Commitments and Contingencies -
Commitments and Contingencies - Streaming Content (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Mar. 31, 2024 | Dec. 31, 2023 |
Contractual Obligation [Line Items] | ||
Total streaming content obligations | $ 24,195,000 | $ 21,713,349 |
Current content liabilities | 4,436,021 | 4,466,470 |
Non-current content liabilities | 2,370,692 | 2,578,173 |
Unrecorded streaming obligations | 17,400,000 | 14,600,000 |
Non-income Tax Assessments | Brazilian Tax Authorities | ||
Contractual Obligation [Line Items] | ||
Indemnification guarantee accrual | 300,000 | |
Current Content Liabilities | ||
Contractual Obligation [Line Items] | ||
Current content liabilities | 4,400,000 | 4,500,000 |
Non-current Content Liabilities | ||
Contractual Obligation [Line Items] | ||
Non-current content liabilities | $ 2,400,000 | $ 2,600,000 |
Commitments and Contingencies_2
Commitments and Contingencies - Expected Timing of Payments for Commitments (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Mar. 31, 2024 | Dec. 31, 2023 |
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract] | ||
Less than one year | $ 11,066,048 | $ 10,328,923 |
Due after one year and through three years | 9,378,186 | 8,784,302 |
Due after three years and through five years | 2,820,168 | 2,016,358 |
Due after five years | 930,598 | 583,766 |
Total content obligations | $ 24,195,000 | $ 21,713,349 |
Commitments and Contingencies_3
Commitments and Contingencies - Guarantees—Indemnification Obligations (Details) | Mar. 31, 2024 USD ($) |
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Other commitment | $ 0 |
Stockholders' Equity - Narrativ
Stockholders' Equity - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023 | |
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | ||
Expiration period (in years) | 10 years | |
Foreign exchange contracts | ||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | ||
Amount of gains (losses) reclassified from AOCI | $ (8,514) | $ 0 |
RSUs | ||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | ||
Award vesting period | 3 years | |
PSUs | Minimum | ||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | ||
Award vesting period | 1 year | |
PSUs | Maximum | ||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | ||
Award vesting period | 3 years | |
Executive Officer | ||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | ||
Award vesting period | 1 year |
Stockholders' Equity - Schedule
Stockholders' Equity - Schedule of Activity Related to Stock Option Plans (Details) | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 $ / shares shares | |
Share-Based Compensation Arrangement by Share-Based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward] | |
Options outstanding, number of shares, beginning balance (in shares) | shares | 19,695,109 |
Options outstanding, number of shares granted (in shares) | shares | 198,574 |
Options outstanding, number of shares, exercised (in shares) | shares | (1,768,956) |
Options outstanding, number of shares expired (in shares) | shares | (1,181) |
Options outstanding, number of shares, ending balance (in shares) | shares | 18,123,546 |
Options outstanding, number of shares, vested and expected to vest (in shares) | shares | 18,123,546 |
Options outstanding, number of shares, exercisable (in shares) | shares | 17,919,888 |
Share-Based Compensation Arrangement by Share-Based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Exercise Price [Abstract] | |
Options outstanding, weighted-average exercise price, beginning balance (in USD per share) | $ / shares | $ 268.86 |
Options outstanding, weighted-average exercise price, granted (in USD per share) | $ / shares | 526.29 |
Options outstanding, weighted-average exercise price, exercised (in USD per share) | $ / shares | 151.68 |
Options expired, weighted-average exercise price (in USD per share) | $ / shares | 57.46 |
Options outstanding, weighted-average exercise price, ending balance (in USD per share) | $ / shares | 283.13 |
Options outstanding, weighted-average exercise price, vested and expected to vest (in USD per share) | $ / shares | 283.13 |
Options outstanding, weighted-average exercise price, vested and exercisable (in USD per share) | $ / shares | $ 281.72 |
Stockholders' Equity - Schedu_2
Stockholders' Equity - Schedule of Activity Related to Unvested RSUs and PSUs (Details) - RSUs | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2024 $ / shares shares | |
Number of Shares | |
Non-options outstanding, number of shares, beginning balance (in shares) | shares | 0 |
Non-options outstanding, number of shares, granted (in shares) | shares | 159,978 |
Non-options outstanding, number of shares, vested (in shares) | shares | (6,663) |
Non-options outstanding, number of shares forfeited (in shares) | shares | 0 |
Non-options outstanding, number of shares, ending balance (in shares) | shares | 153,315 |
Weighted- Average Grant-Date Fair Value (per share) | |
Non-options outstanding, weighted-average exercise price, beginning balance (in USD per share) | $ / shares | $ 0 |
Non-options outstanding, weighted-average, granted (in USD per share) | $ / shares | 686.36 |
Non-options outstanding, weighted-average, vested (in USD per share) | $ / shares | 562 |
Non-options outstanding, weighted-average, forfeited (in USD per share) | $ / shares | 0 |
Non-options outstanding, weighted-average exercise price, ending balance (in USD per share) | $ / shares | $ 691.76 |
Stockholders' Equity - Stock-ba
Stockholders' Equity - Stock-based Compensation (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023 | |
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract] | ||
Stock-based compensation expense | $ 76,345 | $ 99,099 |
Stockholders' Equity - Stock Re
Stockholders' Equity - Stock Repurchases (Details) - USD ($) | 3 Months Ended | |||
Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023 | Sep. 30, 2023 | Mar. 31, 2021 | |
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract] | ||||
Common stock authorized to be repurchased | $ 10,000,000,000 | $ 5,000,000,000 | ||
Stock repurchased (in shares) | 3,566,965 | |||
Payments for Repurchase of Common Stock | $ 2,000,000,000 | $ 400,101,000 | ||
Remaining authorized repurchase amount | $ 6,400,000,000 |
Stockholders' Equity Stockholde
Stockholders' Equity Stockholders' Equity - Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023 | |
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax [Roll Forward] | ||
Beginning Balance | $ 20,588,313 | $ 20,777,401 |
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications | 103,552 | 25,611 |
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) | 8,514 | |
Total other comprehensive income | 112,066 | 25,611 |
Ending Balance | 21,365,410 | 21,828,196 |
Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments | ||
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax [Roll Forward] | ||
Beginning Balance | (103,922) | (217,306) |
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications | (73,052) | 25,611 |
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) | 0 | |
Total other comprehensive income | (73,052) | 25,611 |
Ending Balance | (176,974) | (191,695) |
Change in Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Cash Flow Hedges | ||
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax [Roll Forward] | ||
Beginning Balance | (155,730) | 0 |
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications | 229,144 | 0 |
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) | 11,047 | |
Total other comprehensive income | 240,191 | 0 |
Ending Balance | 84,461 | 0 |
Tax (expense) benefit | ||
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax [Roll Forward] | ||
Beginning Balance | 35,707 | 0 |
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications | (52,540) | 0 |
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) | (2,533) | |
Total other comprehensive income | (55,073) | 0 |
Ending Balance | (19,366) | 0 |
Total | ||
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax [Roll Forward] | ||
Beginning Balance | (223,945) | (217,306) |
Ending Balance | $ (111,879) | $ (191,695) |
Stockholders' Equity Stockhol_2
Stockholders' Equity Stockholders' Equity - Summary of Amounts Reclassified from AOCI (Details) - Foreign exchange contracts - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023 | |
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax [Roll Forward] | ||
Amount of gains (losses) reclassified from AOCI | $ (8,514) | $ 0 |
Revenues | ||
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax [Roll Forward] | ||
Amount of gains (losses) reclassified from AOCI | (11,241) | |
Cost of Revenues | ||
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax [Roll Forward] | ||
Amount of gains (losses) reclassified from AOCI | 194 | |
Provision for Income Taxes | ||
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax [Roll Forward] | ||
Amount of gains (losses) reclassified from AOCI | $ 2,533 |
Income Taxes - Reconciliation o
Income Taxes - Reconciliation of Provision for Income Taxes (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023 | |
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract] | ||
Income Tax Expense (Benefit) | $ 282,370 | $ 163,754 |
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Percent | 11% | 11% |
Segment and Geographic Inform_3
Segment and Geographic Information (Details) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2024 USD ($) segment | Mar. 31, 2023 USD ($) | |
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items] | ||
Number of operating segments | segment | 1 | |
Revenues | $ 9,370,440 | $ 8,161,503 |
United States | ||
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items] | ||
Revenues | $ 3,900,000 | $ 3,300,000 |
Segment and Geographic Inform_4
Segment and Geographic Information - Long-lived Assets by Geographic Areas (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Mar. 31, 2024 | Dec. 31, 2023 |
United States | ||
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items] | ||
Long-lived assets | $ 2,747,928 | $ 2,724,710 |
International | ||
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items] | ||
Long-lived assets | $ 912,565 | $ 843,633 |
Subsequent Event - Narrative (D
Subsequent Event - Narrative (Details) - Revolving Credit Facility - USD ($) | 3 Months Ended | |||
Apr. 12, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2024 | Apr. 22, 2024 | Mar. 06, 2023 | |
Subsequent Event [Line Items] | ||||
Line of credit, agreement term | 5 years | |||
Line of credit facility, maximum borrowing capacity | $ 3,000,000,000 | $ 1,000,000,000 | ||
Unsecured Debt | Subsequent Event | ||||
Subsequent Event [Line Items] | ||||
Line of credit, agreement term | 5 years | |||
Line of credit facility, maximum borrowing capacity | $ 3,000,000,000 | |||
Long-term line of credit | $ 0 | |||
Unsecured Debt | Subsequent Event | Alternate Base Rate | Minimum | ||||
Subsequent Event [Line Items] | ||||
Applicable margin on variable rate | 0% | |||
Unsecured Debt | Subsequent Event | Alternate Base Rate | Maximum | ||||
Subsequent Event [Line Items] | ||||
Applicable margin on variable rate | 0.25% | |||
Unsecured Debt | Subsequent Event | SOFR | Minimum | ||||
Subsequent Event [Line Items] | ||||
Applicable margin on variable rate | 0.75% | |||
Unsecured Debt | Subsequent Event | SOFR | Maximum | ||||
Subsequent Event [Line Items] | ||||
Applicable margin on variable rate | 1.25% |