Since the different video-on-demand platforms arrived - streaming- to homes around the world. And that the internet connections at home have an acceptable speed so that the content is displayed on the screen in a fluid way, the TV series are being a sensation. Titles like "Game of Thrones", "The Walking Dead" or "Stranger Things" are some of the best examples of what we tell you.
However, it is true that there are already several protagonists - alternatives - that we find in the sector. We have great options like Netflix, HBO, Movistar + or Amazon. And it is the latter that wants to bet heavily on its Prime Video service. It is known that Jeff Bezos' company wants a 'Game of Thrones' under its belt. Y what better way to turn to the stories of the master JRR Tolkien.
According to the publication Variety, Amazon Studios, Warner Bros Television, and Tolkien's estate are currently in talks.. It is also true that names like HBO and Netflix sounded, but it seems that Bezos has entered the bid well and they are the favorites of the moment.
Also, Bezos is the one who appears to be conducting the negotiations personally. The CEO of Amazon has already ordered his video division to bet on titles that attract more attention globally. That is, something similar to Game of Thrones. Y "The Lord of the Rings" is powerful enough to get that audience attraction. You just have to take a look at the popularity of both the film adaptations by Warner Bros and the different books on the market - they are a benchmark in fantasy literature.
As discussed, the agreement may arrive within a time; the talks are in their infancy. And the copyrights imposed by Tolkien's heirs could amount to 200-250 million dollars.