Netflix is resurrecting Arrested Development, the popular Fox comedy series that was cancelled back in 2006. Netflix and Fox reached a deal that will bring new episodes exclusively to Netflix starting in 2013. Ted Sarandos, Netflix Chief Content Officer said “"Arrested Development is one of the finest American comedies in TV history and its return through Netflix is a perfect example of how we are working closely with studios and networks to provide consumers with entertainment they love.” "Netflix’s bold entrance into original programming presents an exciting new opportunity for our two companies" commented Peter Levinsohn, Fox Filmed Entertainment’s President of New Media & Digital Distribution. "Bringing a classic show back to production on new episodes exclusively for Netflix customers is a game changer, and illustrates the incredible potential the new digital landscape affords great content providers like Twentieth Century Fox Television and Imagine." Fox TV Chairmen Dana Walden and Gary Newman hinted that more agreements type are on the way: “This innovative deal with Netflix represents a new business model that is extremely exciting and opens the door for a wide range of new collaborations."
