Michael McIntyre ‘bags multi-million Netflix deal’ with the streaming service’s bosses ‘thrilled’ to have scooped the BBC comedy star
- The TV star, 43, who is said to be worth around £62 million, will add to his fortune by a significant amount with the incredible deal with the streaming service
- The move is said to have left the streaming service’s bosses ‘thrilled’ at having bagged the hugely popular BBC comedy star
- The father-of-two will record his comedy show on March 5th and 6th at the London Palladium
Michael McIntyre is set to record his first Netflix special – which will reportedly earn him ‘millions’.
The TV star, 43, who is said to be worth around £62 million, will add to his fortune by a significant amount with the incredible deal with the streaming service.
The move is said to have left the streaming service’s bosses ‘thrilled’ at having bagged the hugely popular BBC comedy star.
Big bucks: Michael McIntyre is set to record his first Netflix special – which will reportedly earn him ‘millions’
Michael is a huge star on the BBC, with his show Michael McIntyre’s Big Show pulling in milllions of viewers for the broadcaster – and The Mirror reports that he’ll bring in huge demand for comedy on Netflix.
A source told the publication: ‘Netflix believe that Michael’s shock move will mark a huge demand for British comedy in their division this year.’
The father-of-two will record his comedy show on March 5th and 6th at the London Palladium.
As well as his BBC show, Michael also makes regular appearances on The Royal Variety Show and Live at The Apollo.
Meanwhile, an insider informed the Daily Star that Netflix bosses are ‘thrilled’ to have the hugely popular comedian on their books.
Kerching: The TV star, 43, who is said to be worth around £62 million, will add to his fortune by a significant amount with the incredible deal with the streaming service
The source revealed: ‘Michael is one of the most popular stand-ups in British history and his fans can’t get enough of him. This deal is a coup for Netflix because it will encourage people to sign up for a monthly subscription.
‘Execs are thrilled they’ve got someone so popular on board.’
It’s said the deal is not exclusive, meaning that Michael is still able to record shows with the BBC.
A spokesperson for the broadcaster added: ‘Michael will continue to work with us.
Huge news: ‘Netflix believe that Michael’s shock move will mark a huge demand for British comedy in their division this year’
‘Thrilled’: ‘This deal is a coup for Netflix because it will encourage people to sign up for a monthly subscription’
‘He loves working with the BBC as it gives him the chance to reach a very large, mainstream audience.’
Mailonline have contacted representatives of Michael and Netflix for comment.
Throughout his illustrious career, Michael has won numerous accolades including a BAFTA for his Big Show in 2017.
His career also saw him become the youngest ever host of the Royal Variety Performance back in 2010 while he’s also had a stint as a judge on Britain’s Got Talent.
In 2012 it was said he was the highest-grossing comedian in the world, having bagged himself over £22 million that year.
Success: Throughout his illustrious career, Michael has won numerous accolades including a BAFTA for his Big Show in 2017
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