# Netflix adds four Power franchise series to international catalog

**Published:** 2026-07-28T07:03:39.413Z  
**Topic:** Netflix  
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**Publisher:** TrendWatcher — https://www.trendwatcher.in/article/fe138d3e-f14e-4d00-abc1-dec9819e8c07

Netflix secures international streaming rights to Power, Ghost, Raising Kanan and Force, launching in November 2026; see how the deal reshapes the franchise’s

Netflix will stream all four Power franchise series—*Power*, *Power Book II: Ghost*, *Power Book III: Raising Kanan* and *Power Book IV: Force*—outside the U.S. and Canada beginning in November 2026, expanding the franchise’s audience while Starz retains domestic dominance [2].

| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Deal | Non‑exclusive, multiyear licensing of four Power series |
| Launch | November 2026 (international rollout) |
| Territories | All markets except Canada (Bell Media) and U.S. (Starz primary) |
| Original series move | *Power* shifts from Hulu to Netflix in the U.S. [1] |

## International rollout and domestic split  
The agreement gives Netflix worldwide rights to every season of the four shows, but launch dates will vary by market because Lionsgate must honor existing regional contracts [1]. Canada is excluded, where Bell Media continues to stream the franchise via its Starz partnership [2]. In the United States, the flagship *Power* series—previously on Hulu since 2017—will also appear on Netflix starting the same month, while Starz remains the primary U.S. home for the entire universe [1][2].

## Competitive context and franchise strategy  
The move follows the surprise success of *Nemesis*, a Netflix original created by Power creator Courtney Kemp, which logged 32.6 million views in its first six weeks and earned a Season 2 renewal [1]. Lionsgate has previously leveraged similar cross‑platform licensing: *The Hunting Wives* migrated from Starz to Netflix and became a hit, prompting a renewal [2]. By licensing the core Power titles internationally, Lionsgate can monetize its library without exclusive commitments, while Netflix bolsters its catalog against rivals such as Disney+ and Amazon Prime Video.

## What to watch
- **November 2026 rollout** – monitor country‑by‑country launch dates as existing regional deals unwind.  
- **Starz’s upcoming spin‑offs** – *Power: Origins* and *Power: Legacy* stay exclusive to Starz, offering a potential counter‑programming hook [2].  
- **Viewership metrics** – early streaming numbers on Netflix will indicate whether the franchise can replicate *Nemesis*’s breakout performance.

The deal underscores a growing trend of legacy TV franchises finding new life on global streaming platforms, while preserving domestic strongholds for original owners. How the Power universe performs on Netflix will shape future licensing strategies for both Lionsgate and competing streamers.

## Sources
1. Comingsoon — [Power-Packed Netflix Deal Gives Four Epic Starz Flagship Shows a New Home](https://www.comingsoon.net/tv/news/2168317-power-netflix-international-streaming-deal-starz)
2. Deadline — ['Power' Deal: Netflix Licenses 4 Series Of Starz Franchise - Exclusive](https://deadline.com/2026/07/power-deal-netflix-first-4-series-of-starz-franchise-from-lionsgate-television-1237004158/)
3. Thewrap — [4 'Power' Series Are Coming to Netflix Internationally - The Wrap](https://www.thewrap.com/creative-content/tv-shows/power-netflix-international-deal/)
4. Celewood — [Inside Netflix's Strategic Expansion with Starz Acquisition Deal](https://celewood.com/inside-netflixs-strategic-expansion-with-starz-acquisition-deal/)
5. Balleralert — ["Power" Is Coming To Netflix As Starz Expands The Franchise](https://balleralert.com/power-netflix-starz-franchise-reset/)

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