Netflix Acquires Viral Documentary “Bring Me The Beauties” for Global Streaming After Bidding War
Palos Verdes, California – In a competitive acquisition finalized late Tuesday, Netflix has secured the exclusive global streaming rights to the documentary “Bring Me The Beauties,” a project that has generated significant online discourse since its initial festival premiere. The announcement was made jointly by Netflix’s documentary acquisitions team and the film’s production company, Veritas Films.
The documentary, directed by independent filmmaker Sarah Jenkins, explores the untold stories behind the phrase “bring me the beauties,” tracing its origins from backstage production demands to its current status as a trending meme on social media platforms. According to a press release, the film combines never-before-seen archival footage with interviews from former industry insiders and cultural commentators.
The Veritas Films production team confirmed that the negotiation attracted bids from three major streaming platforms. A representative for the documentary stated that the final terms include a seven-figure upfront payment and a commitment to market the film for award season consideration. The documentary is scheduled for release on the platform on July 15th.
“The phrase ‘bring me the beauties documentary’ has become a cultural touchstone, and we are thrilled to introduce a deeper narrative behind its significance to a global audience,” said Netflix’s Vice President of Content Acquisition, Marcus Thorne, in a prepared statement.
Why this story is trending: The acquisition follows a viral social media campaign, where users employed the key phrase “bring me the beauties documentary” in over two million posts within 72 hours, driving unprecedented demand for the film.