Dan Lin

Netflix's new film boss likely to make more movies worth watching

In 2022, Dan Lin, known for producing "The Lego Movie" and "It," was in discussions to assume the leadership role at DC Studios. This presented a unique chance to revitalize the company responsible for iconic superheroes like Superman and Batman. However, negotiations fell through. One reported factor was the inability of David Zaslav, head of DC's parent company Warner Bros Discovery, and Lin to reach an agreement on suitable compensation for Lin's departure from his production company Rideback to take on the new role.

March 2, 2024
March 2, 2024

Netflix's new film boss likely to make more movies worth watching

In 2022, Dan Lin, known for producing "The Lego Movie" and "It," was in discussions to assume the leadership role at DC Studios. This presented a unique chance to revitalize the company responsible for iconic superheroes like Superman and Batman. However, negotiations fell through. One reported factor was the inability of David Zaslav, head of DC's parent company Warner Bros Discovery, and Lin to reach an agreement on suitable compensation for Lin's departure from his production company Rideback to take on the new role.