Kevin Hart inks first-look deal with Netflix

Actor-comedian Kevin Hart and his HartBeat Productions has signed a first-look film production deal with streaming platform Netflix. According to Deadline, Hart will be producing and starring in four new movies that will play exclusively on Netflix.

“Partnering with Netflix is an amazing opportunity for HartBeat and myself. I am excited to act in and produce cutting-edge films with Netflix. I am extremely grateful to Ted Sarandos and Scott Stuber, we share same creative vision and always put audience first," actor-producer said in a statement.

"This business is about growth and my HartBeat team continues to exceed my expectations with ir ability to develop stories and relationships. Our goal is to make HartBeat name synymous with first-class entertainment and narratives,” he added.

Hart has previously worked with Netflix on several comedy specials, including latest “Zero F**** Given”.

Scott Stuber, head of original films at Netflix, said Hart had talent to attract audiences of all s

"Netflix has enjoyed a long relationship with Kevin and we’ve been lucky eugh to partner with him many times...re are very few artists who can attract audiences of all s and succeed in making comedies, dramas and family films. We’re excited to partner with Kevin, and his great team at Hartbeat, to entertain our audience for years to come," he said.

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