Close
Search
Menu Menu
[gtranslate]

Netflix is set to host new indie animation series ‘Digital Circus’

Credit: Netflix
By
Benito Juarez, Mexico
0 comments
0 comments

A small step for streaming services, a big step for indie animation.

Digital Circus is an Australian-made animated web series produced by Glitch Productions. This series tells the story of a group of humans trapped in a digital world who are pursued by an evil Artificial Intelligence.

Digital Circus gained its popularity through a pilot episode that was posted on the Glitch youtube account in October of last year. It has amassed 346 million views in less than a year.

In addition to the pilot, two other episodes have been released. The third is on the way, planned to premiere on October 4th.

Commotion began on social media after leaks emerged on the Netflix application.

Some netizens found the trailer and the profile of the series while exploring the app, expressing their mixed opinions.

While some fans of the series pointed out that the series is a big step for independent animation, others expressed their discontent and concern that the series would lose its essence through partnering with a big platform like Netflix.

Last weekend the production house made two announcements through their X account.

On September 21st, they announced that episode number one of this series will be converted into manga format and published in Japan by Corocoro magazine.

On the 22nd, they officially confirmed the arrival of the show on Netflix.

They offered some clarifications to resolve the concerns of their fans, explaining that they maintain full control of the show as well as the creative rights to the project.

They noted that the series will continue to be financed independently, as it has been so far which is through official merchandise, they also announced their decision that the episodes will always be released first on the YouTube platform even though they will be available on both Netflix and YouTube continuously.

While it’s still unclear what benefit that Netflix gets from hosting this series on its platform, we do know that it is giving a great opportunity to indie animation.

By opening its platform, it is exposing many more people to this type of animation and gives hope for the future of the indie animation industry as more streaming platforms may follow in their footsteps.

Independent animators could be offered more opportunities, regardless of not coming from large or popular production houses.

Remote Writer Benito Juarez, Mexico

Hello, I\’m Eunice(She/her), born and raised in Mexico. I write about Latin American pop culture, my writing focuses on showcasing emerging talents who are disrupting their respective industries, and to help you discover new things to break your routine.

Popular

Keep up with thred by signing up to our planet-positive newsletter!

More from thred.

Opinion – Tiny Desk revived our love of live music sessions
Credit: NPR
Media

Opinion – Tiny Desk revived our love of live music sessions

The virality of Tiny Desk sessions shows us that the public prefers a good live session. If you're a music fan, you've heard about the Tiny Desks, either because your favorite artist had a session or because once in your social media Feed, you discovered an artist you didn't know thanks to these sessions.  And if you do not know, I’ll tell you a little about what is Tiny Desk is. This...

By Benito Juarez, Mexico
Stop shoving online therapy down our throats
Credit: Thred
Wildcard

Stop shoving online therapy down our throats

i’m trying to watch YouTube in the bath. Go away I’m one BetterHelp ad away from bouncing my Pixel off the wall. Is it just me, or is anyone else being low key harassed by advertising for online therapy portals in 2024? It’s either that or male grooming kits. Perhaps my YouTube algorithm sees the amount of Manchester United rant content I consume and has decided I personally need an intervention. Either way,...

By London, UK
Opinion – I’m sick of seeing people waste food on social media
Credit: Unsplash
Offbeat

Opinion – I’m sick of seeing people waste food on social media

Given the state of our world at present, why are content creators still going viral for making a show of mass-consumption and promoting throwaway culture when this is so blatantly in poor taste? Sometimes, I genuinely think that most of us don’t give a rat’s arse about what’s going on in the world. Even though we’re all well-aware of how intensely the planet and its people are suffering, the current social...

By London, UK
Has the world moved on from Euphoria?
Credit: HBO
Media

Has the world moved on from Euphoria?

It’s been five years since Euphoria first dazzled, shocked, and terrified us with its glitter-laden, trauma-soaked tales of teenage nihilism.  The show became a cultural phenomenon, thanks in part to Zendaya’s searing performance and Sam Levinson’s high-octane vision of Gen Z chaos. But as the third season remains delayed by the pandemic, strikes, and the tragic death of fan-favourite Angus Cloud, the question lingers: does anyone actually need it anymore? What...

By Brighton, UK
Accessibility