Both theWGAandSAG-AFTRAhaveproposed changes to the current, fixed residual system.
However, the AMPTP says the suggestions areunworkableand the two sides remain apart.
Each provides creatives with compensation for well-performing shows.
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Its also worth noting that the streamers are more heavily regulated in Europe than other parts of the world.
Its also worth considering theres a language problem here: residuals in European entertainment broadly relate to annual repayments.
Success-based remuneration is closer to the U.S. understanding of that word.
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Germany
In Germany, Netflix has birthed Oscar winnerAll Quiet on the Western Frontand TV hits includingDarkandKleo.
Netflix struck a deal covering series with services union Verdi and actors guild BFFS in early 2020.
The film contract works on a sliding scale dependent on the size of the budget, we understand.
In this way, Netflixs approach in Germany differs to that of France (see below).
Netflix doesnt comment on industrial relations.
German writers and directors currently have no deal in place with Netflix.
Sweden
Swedens system is similar to that of Germanys.
Netflix struck an agreement for original TV series in 2020, with films added into the mix in 2022.
Previously released films have been included in the metric retrospectively so creatives on those can benefit.
Last year, Netflix pointed out it had given talent on the FLX-produced dramaQuicksanda success-based payment in 2021.
He did not name them.
Those already investing 5% wont have to pay but those under that threshold have to top up.
We understand that Netflix does not consider the agreement success-based.
The SADC then distributes remuneration to its members every three months based on those views.
Nevertheless, it is very different to the German and Swedish systems.
The Disney pact was renewed last month.
Firstly, residual payments are broadly higher in the States.
