Netflix Confirms Dan Lin’s Departure as Film Chief

Netflix has confirmed that Dan Lin is leaving his role leading its film division, with Peter Rice set to oversee the team until a permanent successor is named. The departure, announced Monday, October 19, is part of a broader series of leadership changes at the streaming company. Rice is due to become Netflix’s chief content officer on October 26, taking responsibility for film, live events, and scripted and unscripted programming worldwide. Until Netflix names a new film chief, he will also supervise the division. The company has not announced who will permanently replace Lin. Netflix confirmed Lin’s departure and released statements from him and co-chief executive Ted Sarandos thanking him for his work. Lin said leading the team had been a privilege. Sarandos credited Lin with contributing to the company’s film business through his approach to filmmaking and dealmaking. Lin joined Netflix in 2024, succeeding Scott Stuber. His exit follows the announced departure of chief content officer Bela Bajaria, who is being succeeded by Rice, and company layoffs reported to have affected about 1,000 employees. Netflix’s announcement did not state a reason for Lin’s departure. Some...