Netflix acquires the works of world-renowned author, Roald Dahl

CBC News published this video item, entitled “Netflix acquires the works of world-renowned author, Roald Dahl” – below is their description.

Expected to be one of the streaming giant’s biggest purchases ever, Netflix bought the rights to the famed children’s authors’ work including classics like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Matilda. A significant part of the sale will be used for a trust to support children’s health, anti-hate and anti-racism.

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Roald Dahl was a British novelist, short-story writer, poet, screenwriter, and wartime fighter pilot. His books have sold more than 250 million copies worldwide. Dahl was born in Wales to Norwegian immigrant parents. He served in the Royal Air Force during the Second World War.

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