Netflix has enjoyed success with original series such as Jessica Jones, Master of None, House of Cards and Orange Is the New Black.
Now, according to a report by Broadcastingcable.com, Netflix will nearly double its originally-scripted series from 16 this year to 31 next year. That's in addition to 10 feature films that the streaming service has in production and/or about to be released, 30 children's shows, 12 documentaries and 10 stand-up comedy specials.
"It's not just a lot of volume. This is quality stuff," Netflix chief content officer Ted Sarandos said at the UBS Media Conference in New York City on Monday, as reported by Broadcastingcable.com.
While that mix of programming — anchored by the 15 additional original series — should feed the hunger of even its most-rabid customers, Netflix doesn't have plans to broaden its content to include sports and Sarandos explained why Monday.
With the respective sports leagues holding all the power with television providers, he doesn't think Netflix's on-demand model is a match to bring out the true sports experience.
"It isn't a core viewing strategy for us," he said, although making sure to add that if the streaming company ever started its own sports league, then that could be of interest.
However, the announcement to nearly double the number of original series comes on the heels of — and in the midst of — Netflix's global expansion, as Sarandos noted that the company has begun serving customers in Italy, Australia, Spain and Japan this year.
Although Netflix continues to be faced with global licensing challenges, more countries are expected to enjoy the service next year.
