Netflix dominates cultural conversation SHARE Netflix has a massive global subscriber base and has proven its ability to create pop culture moments -- "Tiger King" was a breakout pandemic hit -- but is this the year it becomes an Oscars powerhouse, with several films in contention? Or does that even matter, as the company churns out worldwide hit shows, focusing on emerging markets and telling stories that embrace diverse viewpoints? From Brazil to Argentina to India, original series like "The Queen's Gambit", "Cobra Kai" and "Money Heist" have earned fans -- especially with vast parts of the world trapped at home for months due to the coronavirus crisis.