Netflix acquires comic book publisher Millarworld

HOLLYWOOD, CA — Netflix announced Monday it is acquiring Millarworld, the comic book publisher founded by Mark Millar, creator of such characters and stories as Kick-Ass, Kingsman and Old Man Logan.Through the deal, Netflix will bring Millarworld’s portfolio of comic book character franchises to life through films, series and kids’ shows available exclusively to Netflix members globally. Millarworld will also continue to create and publish new stories and character franchises under the Netflix label. The exact terms of the transaction were not disclosed.Netflix said in a press release that the acquisition, a first for the company, is a natural progression...